West Ham’s 3-1 win over Sunderland on January 24, 2026, delivered a statement result in front of 62,456 fans at London Stadium. The victory shifted the head-to-head Premier League record to 37 wins for West Ham against 32 for Sunderland across 94 meetings.
Head-to-Head Wins: West Ham 37, Sunderland 32 ·
Recent Result: West Ham 3-1 Sunderland (Jan 24, 2026) ·
Total PL Matches: 94
Quick snapshot
- West Ham have won 37 of 94 all-time Premier League meetings with Sunderland (WorldFootball)
- The Hammers hold a 144-133 aggregate goal advantage across those matches (WorldFootball)
- Pre-1996 H2H data remains incomplete across verified sources (11v11)
- Player-specific duel breakdowns unavailable beyond the aggregate figures (Sky Sports)
- Both clubs return to league action with the result influencing mid-table positioning
- West Ham’s survival bid gains momentum; Sunderland seek response on home soil
| Stat | Value |
|---|---|
| Total Premier League Matches | 94 |
| West Ham Wins | 37 |
| Sunderland Wins | 32 |
| Draws | 25 |
| West Ham Goals | 144 |
| Sunderland Goals | 133 |
| West Ham Duel Success (Jan 24, 2026) | 57.7% |
| West Ham Goals per Match vs Sunderland | 1.26 |
Who scored for West Ham vs Sunderland?
The January 24, 2026 encounter at London Stadium produced goals at regular intervals. Crysencio Summerville opened the scoring in the 14th minute, finishing past the goalkeeper after a swift counterattack. Jarrod Bowen doubled the lead from the penalty spot in the 28th minute, converting after a Sunderland defender brought down a West Ham attacker in the box. Mateus Fernandes capped a dominant first half with a strike in the 43rd minute, sending West Ham into the break ahead 3-0 (ESPN match report).
Brian Brobbey pulled one back for Sunderland in the 66th minute, heading in from a corner to deny West Ham a clean sheet. The consolation goal mattered little in the final outcome but provided a positive note for the travelling supporters (ESPN).
Key goal scorers in recent matches
The most lopsided result in recent memory came on April 20, 2002, when West Ham ran out 3-0 winners at the Boleyn Ground. Historical records from StatMuse football data show West Ham accumulating 37 goals across a 25-match sample from 1996-2014. The biggest margin of victory for the Hammers sits at 4-0, while Sunderland’s heaviest defeat against West Ham came in the shape of a 1-5 loss (SoccerPunter historical odds).
Summerville’s strike set the tone early, but the penalty conversion proved decisive—Bowen’s composure from 12 yards transformed what could have been a tense affair into a comfortable half-time advantage.
West Ham vs Sunderland head to head
Across 94 Premier League encounters, the head-to-head record tilts narrowly in West Ham’s favour. The Hammers have won 37 matches, Sunderland 32, with 25 draws producing an aggregate score of 144 goals to 133 in West Ham’s favour (WorldFootball match records). The margin is slim enough that either side can claim bragging rights depending on the timeframe chosen.
Overall win records
Looking at the broader sample, West Ham average 1.26 goals per encounter against Sunderland compared to Sunderland’s 1.09. In a tighter dataset of 23 recent matches tracked by SoccerPunter head-to-head data, West Ham led 11 victories to Sunderland’s 5 with 7 draws. The 35-match window since 1996 recorded by AiScore statistical comparison shows 16 West Ham wins, 10 Sunderland wins, and 10 draws.
Home vs away stats
Sunderland’s home record against West Ham tells a different story. Across 15 matches at the Stadium of Light, the Black Cats have won 7, drawn 5, and lost only 3 (SoccerPunter venue breakdown). West Ham have found it consistently harder to travel north for this fixture, suggesting the London Stadium atmosphere on January 24 played a genuine role in their emphatic win.
West Ham’s away struggles against Sunderland explain why their January 2026 win carried extra weight—the Hammers rarely win at Sunderland’s ground, making the reverse fixture’s dominance all the more striking.
West Ham vs Sunderland results
The most recent meeting delivered West Ham’s biggest win margin in years. The 3-1 scoreline flattered Sunderland, who finished the match with 52.9% possession but managed just seven shots to West Ham’s 13. The xG figures from Sky Sports match statistics tell the story starkly: West Ham 1.52 expected goals, Sunderland 0.67.
Last 5 games
Sunderland’s last five head-to-head encounters show one win, one draw, and three losses, averaging 1.0 goals scored while conceding 1.2. West Ham’s recent five H2H matches show 1.8 goals scored on average with 1.4 conceded (AiScore form guide). Neither side enters this fixture in commanding form.
Recent form
The Premier League form guide before the January meeting showed Sunderland averaging 1.03 goals scored per match against 1.16 conceded. West Ham’s numbers read 1.25 scored and 1.78 allowed—more goals at both ends, but a softer defensive record (SoccerPunter league averages). The data suggested a game that could go either way, which made West Ham’s clinical first-half performance all the more surprising.
West Ham vs Sunderland last match
January 24, 2026 saw West Ham produce their most complete performance against Sunderland in recent memory. The opening 45 minutes were , with West Ham winning 60 duels to Sunderland’s 44 across the full match—57.7% success rate for the Hammers (Sky Sports duel breakdown). The ground duels told a similar story: West Ham won 45 (66.2% success) versus Sunderland’s 23 (33.8%).
Match report highlights
West Ham’s passing accuracy of 76.9% (279 accurate passes) lagged behind Sunderland’s 82.6% (333 accurate passes), yet the quality of West Ham’s chances mattered more than volume. The Hammers converted their superiority into goals at every opportunity while Sunderland’s build-up play rarely threatened the penalty area (Sky Sports passing analysis).
Key statistics
| Metric | West Ham | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 47.1% | 52.9% |
| Shots | 13 | 7 |
| Duels Won | 60 | 44 |
| Duels Success | 57.7% | 42.3% |
| Ground Duels Won | 45 (66.2%) | 23 (33.8%) |
| Aerial Duels Won | 15 (41.7%) | 21 (58.3%) |
| Yellow Cards | 2 | 4 |
| xG | 1.52 | 0.67 |
The pattern underscores how Sunderland’s territorial dominance counted for little—without controlling the ball in dangerous areas, possession proved irrelevant against a West Ham side that executed clinically.
Sunderland dominated possession and aerials but lost the duels decisively—a reminder that winning the ball matters more than keeping it in this rivalry.
West Ham vs Sunderland prediction
Drawing predictions from head-to-head data alone would be misleading here. West Ham’s recent 3-1 win reflects current form and tactical execution rather than a long-term pattern. The Hammers have historically struggled at Sunderland’s ground, and the Black Cats’ home record of 7 wins from 15 matches against West Ham should not be discounted (SoccerPunter venue records).
Stats-based outlook
The data points toward a closely contested fixture the next time these sides meet. Sunderland average 1.03 goals per Premier League match this season while West Ham ship 1.78 goals on average—a weakness the Black Cats could exploit on home soil. However, West Ham’s January 2026 performance demonstrated that when they win the physical battles, they can overcome sides with better possession statistics.
Form analysis
Both clubs sit in the Premier League’s middle tier, neither threatening European qualification nor facing immediate relegation pressure. The outcome of future meetings will likely hinge on which side controls the duels and converts their chances with greater efficiency. West Ham showed on January 24 that they can perform under pressure—the question is whether they can replicate that intensity away from London Stadium.
The implication for future fixtures: West Ham must prioritise winning duels regardless of opponent, while Sunderland will look to exploit defensive vulnerabilities on home soil where they have historically performed better.
Upsides
- West Ham have won 37 of 94 PL meetings—narrow but consistent edge
- January 2026 result shows current squad capable of decisive away-day performance
- Aggregate goals 144-133 proves consistent scoring threat across eras
Downsides
- Defensive record of 1.78 goals conceded per game leaves room for concern
- Sunderland home form (7 wins from 15) suggests fixture remains difficult
- Pre-1996 data gaps prevent complete historical picture
West Ham breathed some more life into their Premier League survival bid with a rousing 3-1 win over Sunderland.
— ESPN match report
Sunderland, whose recent away form has tempered their otherwise excellent return to the top flight, did pull one back.
— ESPN analyst
West Ham dominated the physical battles, winning more duels than Sunderland across the 90 minutes—a key factor in their comfortable victory.
— Sky Sports match analysis
West Ham’s January victory reshaped expectations for both clubs. For Sunderland, the defeat exposed limitations that a season of solid progress had temporarily hidden—the Black Cats struggled to convert territorial dominance into meaningful chances, and their inability to win duels cost them at both ends of the pitch. For West Ham, the win offered tangible proof that survival remains achievable if the squad maintains its physical edge in upcoming fixtures.
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Frequently asked questions
What are West Ham vs Sunderland head to head stats?
Across 94 Premier League matches, West Ham have won 37, Sunderland 32, with 25 draws. The aggregate score stands at 144 goals for West Ham and 133 for Sunderland. Sources: WorldFootball and AiScore.
Who won the most recent West Ham vs Sunderland match?
West Ham won 3-1 at London Stadium on January 24, 2026. Goals came from Crysencio Summerville (14th minute), Jarrod Bowen (28th minute penalty), and Mateus Fernandes (43rd minute). Brian Brobbey scored for Sunderland in the 66th minute. Source: ESPN.
What were the duel stats in recent West Ham vs Sunderland games?
In the January 24, 2026 match, West Ham won 60 of 104 duels (57.7% success) compared to Sunderland’s 44 (42.3%). West Ham dominated ground duels 66.2% to 33.8%, while Sunderland edged aerials 58.3% to 41.7%. Source: Sky Sports.
How many games has West Ham won against Sunderland?
West Ham have won 37 of 94 all-time Premier League meetings. In a more recent 35-match sample since 1996, they won 16 times, with Sunderland winning 10 and 10 draws. Source: WorldFootball.
What is the latest result between West Ham and Sunderland?
West Ham 3-1 Sunderland on January 24, 2026 at London Stadium. Attendance was 62,456. Halftime score was 3-0 in West Ham’s favour. Source: ESPN.
What are predictions for West Ham vs Sunderland?
Predictions should account for Sunderland’s superior home record against West Ham (7 wins from 15 matches) and West Ham’s current defensive vulnerabilities (averaging 1.78 goals conceded). The January 2026 result shows West Ham can win when they dominate duels, but replicating that intensity away from London Stadium remains uncertain.
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