Sunderland are heading into this match with a mixed run of form. They have won two, drawn two, and lost one of their last five games. Everton, on the other hand, have had a tougher time lately, with only one win, two draws, and two losses in their last five matches. Neither team has been consistently strong, though Sunderland look to be in slightly better shape.

When these two sides last met, it was a lively game with goals. Everton beat Sunderland 3-1 in their most recent meeting, and the one before that ended in a 1-1 draw. So, their matches tend to be fairly open and close. Based on recent form and history, this match looks like it could go either way, so a draw seems like the most likely outcome.