Sunderland vs Huddersfield: Top Goalscorer, Total Goals, Betting Tips, and More

Premier League hosts Sunderland face League One outfit Huddersfield Town in the Carabao Cup second round at the Stadium of Light on Tuesday, August 26, 2025, with an 8:45pm BST kick-off. Regis Le Bris’ side enter this clash looking to steady their form after a mixed start, including a 3-0 win over West Ham followed by a 2-0 defeat to Burnley. Despite nearly £150m spent in the summer, inconsistency continues to trouble the Black Cats.

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Huddersfield, meanwhile, arrive in strong form under head coach Lee Grant, having won five of their opening six matches and impressing defensively with two straight clean sheets. The Terriers also eliminated Leicester via penalties in the first round, showing resilience in cup competition. Historically, Sunderland have struggled in this matchup, winning just once in their last four meetings since 2022.

Squad rotations are expected: Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka may be rested, while new loan signing Marc Guiu could make his first start up front. Huddersfield are set to stick with their in-form front three, with Dion Charles leading the attack.

Sunderland vs Huddersfield First Goalscorer Odds

The opening goal could be crucial in a tie between two sides with very different recent fortunes. Sunderland’s attackers dominate the first goalscorer market, but Huddersfield’s clinical finishers remain dangerous if they can find space against Premier League opposition.

Player	First Goal Odds
Marc Guiu	+500
Wilson Isidor	+500
Eliezer Mayenda	+500
Nazariy Rusyn	+550
Chemsdine Talbi	+650
Simon Adingra	+700

Odds via FanDuel

All three of Sunderland’s leading forwards — Guiu, Isidor, and Mayenda — sit at +500 to open the scoring, underlining the uncertainty around who Le Bris will start in attack. Huddersfield’s Rusyn (+550) offers strong value as their likeliest early threat.

Sunderland vs Huddersfield Anytime Goalscorer Odds

Beyond the first goal, the anytime scorer market provides a wider spread of attacking options. Sunderland’s depth means several forwards could get on the scoresheet, while Huddersfield’s compact setup may rely on key finishers.

Player	To Score Odds
Marc Guiu	+160
Wilson Isidor	+160
Eliezer Mayenda	+160
Nazariy Rusyn	+175
Chemsdine Talbi	+210
Alfie May	+210

Odds via Betmgm

The trio of Guiu, Isidor, and Mayenda again lead the odds at +160, suggesting that bookmakers expect Sunderland’s attack to deliver. However, Rusyn remains a strong Huddersfield contender, while Alfie May at +210 could prove a surprise package off the bench.

Who Has the Highest Top Goalscorer Odds?

Both markets reflect Sunderland’s attacking dominance on paper, with Marc Guiu, Wilson Isidor, and Eliezer Mayenda jointly favoured to score first (+500) and anytime (+160). For Huddersfield, Nazariy Rusyn carries the shortest price at +550 to strike first and +175 anytime, highlighting him as their main danger man.

Sunderland vs Huddersfield Total Goals Odds

Here are the predictions according to the odds by FanDuel

Over 2.5 Goals @ -132
Under 2.5 Goals @ +102

With Huddersfield free-scoring in League One and Sunderland boasting attacking depth despite inconsistency, the goals market leans toward the over. Both teams are expected to create chances, and defensive rotations could open the game further.

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This second-round clash at the Stadium of Light carries intrigue: Sunderland aim to avoid an upset and restore confidence, while Huddersfield see a chance to extend their dream cup run. Bettors can explore a wide range of markets on FanDuel, including full-time results, goals, and player props.