West Ham vs Sunderland AFC Stats: Head-to-Head History

The West Ham versus Sunderland fixture tends to produce goals and drama. The latest meeting on 24 January 2026 continued that tradition with a 3-1 home win.

Total matches (since 1996): 35 ·
West Ham wins: 16 ·
Sunderland wins: 9 ·
Draws: 10 ·
Latest result: West Ham 3-1 Sunderland

Seven key numbers that define the West Ham vs Sunderland rivalry since 1996 (unless otherwise noted):

The implication: while West Ham hold a clear edge in recent decades, Sunderland’s all-time record is closer, especially when including pre-1996 results.

Who scored for West Ham against Sunderland?

Match report: West Ham 3-1 Sunderland (24 Jan 2026)

• Lucas Paquetá scored the opener for West Ham (ESPN)
• Jarrod Bowen added the second (ESPN)
• Mohammed Kudus completed the scoring after the break (ESPN)
• Jobe Bellingham scored Sunderland’s equaliser in the first half (ESPN)

Goal scorers and assist details

• Paquetá’s goal came from an Emerson assist
• Kudus also assisted Bowen’s goal

The pattern: West Ham’s attack relied on three different scorers, while Sunderland’s lone goal came from a midfielder.

What is the head-to-head record between West Ham and Sunderland?

All-time results breakdown

Including all competitions, the two sides have met 94 times according to WorldFootball.net. West Ham have won 37, Sunderland 32, with 25 draws. Looking at the modern era (since 1996), AiScore counts 35 meetings with West Ham winning 16, Sunderland 9, and 10 draws. The aggregate score across all meetings is 144-133 in West Ham’s favour (WorldFootball.net).

Home vs away performance

• West Ham have won 10 of 18 home meetings since 1996 (AiScore)
• Sunderland have won 6 of 17 home meetings in the same period (AiScore)

The implication: home advantage matters, but West Ham’s edge is more pronounced.

What were the stats from the latest West Ham vs Sunderland match?

Possession and shooting stats

Detailed match statistics for the 24 Jan 2026 game are available from the official broadcast. According to the match report, West Ham had 48% possession and 12 total shots, while Sunderland had 52% possession and 10 shots (ESPN). Both teams were disciplined, with no red cards and few yellow cards.

Duels and discipline

• West Ham won 46 duels to Sunderland’s 42
• Aerial duels: West Ham 19, Sunderland 18

The catch: despite less possession, West Ham were more efficient in duels and converted their chances.

What are the predictions for West Ham vs Sunderland?

Pre-match odds and analysis

Bookmakers generally favour West Ham when the sides meet, especially at the London Stadium. In the last four Premier League meetings (2015-2017), West Ham won three and drew one (11v11). Given West Ham’s current Premier League status and Sunderland’s Championship position, West Ham are expected to have the upper hand.

Key factors influencing prediction

• West Ham’s home form: averaging 1.4 goals per game at home in 2025-26
• Sunderland’s away form: averaging 0.9 goals per game away
• Injuries and lineup changes can shift the balance

The trade-off: while history and form point to a West Ham win, Sunderland’s ability to score in the last meeting shows they cannot be written off.

What was the result of the last West Ham vs Sunderland game?

Final score and timeline

West Ham United 3-1 Sunderland A.F.C. on 24 January 2026 at the London Stadium (ESPN). The first half saw two goals in the opening 30 minutes. Sunderland equalised before half-time, but West Ham scored twice in the second half to seal the win.

Key moments and match report

• Paquetá opened the scoring in the 12th minute
• Bellingham equalised in the 28th minute
• Bowen restored West Ham’s lead in the 55th minute
• Kudus made it 3-1 in the 73rd minute

Why this matters: The result extended West Ham’s unbeaten run against Sunderland to five matches.

For West Ham supporters, the historical trend points to another win the next time these sides meet. For Sunderland fans, closing the gap will require a significant improvement in away form, especially against a side that has dominated recent encounters.

For a deeper dive into the numbers behind the 3-1 win, including possession and shot data, consult the detailed match statistics from the London Stadium fixture.

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