Sunderland are slight favorites to win against Crystal Palace, with most early markets pricing Sunderland around 2.35, Crystal Palace at 3.10 and the draw at 3.30 based on Sunderland’s stronger recent league form and home advantage at the Stadium of Light; Sunderland sit narrowly above Palace in the current table, which supports this edge with DexWin - Best Odds on Your Favourite Sports.

The match between Sunderland and Crystal Palace in the Premier League is scheduled to start at 3:00 PM UTC on January 17, 2026, which corresponds to 3:00 PM GMT local time in the UK.

The game will be played at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, England, a modern all-seater ground with a capacity of just over 49,000 and known for its steep stands that generate an intense atmosphere, giving Sunderland a notable home-field advantage.

Considering Sunderland’s slightly better goal difference and current league position compared with Crystal Palace, plus home support at the Stadium of Light, the value prediction is Sunderland to win, with a home victory around 2.35, Palace near 3.10 and the draw at 3.30, and cautious bettors may look at Sunderland draw-no-bet at roughly 1.65–1.70.

Historically, Sunderland and Crystal Palace have produced tight encounters in league play, with Palace holding a narrow edge over the last 10 meetings at all venues, but Sunderland performing better in home fixtures at the Stadium of Light where they have taken more points and often limited Palace to a single goal or less.