Sunderland
Sunderland are far from the relegation zone and can be sure of being back in the Championship next season. After 37 rounds, the team stopped at the 12th line of the table.
The Black Cats played charmingly, offensively, until an epidemic of injuries broke out in the club both in defense and in attack. At the moment, several defenders have returned, but both top scorers in the final period – Stewart (10 + 3) and Diallo (8 + 2) are still missing.
Luton town
Luton Town won 4 out of 5 matches with the same result (1-0), thanks to which they managed to gain a foothold in the play-off zone, finishing in 4th place.
The Hatters specialize in the game as number two, preferring high, intense pressure (ppda = 11.1 – 4th place). The 1st place in terms of the number of hits of possession within 40 meters of the opponent’s goal proves this eloquently. This style allows the team to create an average of 1.24 xg with 0.96 xg allowed (2nd place).
Forecast
With the loss of their top attacking players, Sunderland will find it difficult to put pressure on the league’s second defence. I don’t think the “black cats” will be able to shine in this match.