[(Sunderland A.F.C.) Strength]:
1. Sunderland A.F.C. were eliminated by their opponents in the first round of the EFL Cup last season. This season, the team have been promoted to the Premier League and have strengthened their lineup. They are highly motivated to compete in the EFL Cup this season.
2. Sunderland A.F.C.'s main center-back Daniel Ballard has been in excellent form recently. He averages 5.5 clearances and 2 blocks per game in defense, demonstrating a very tough defensive performance. Additionally, he has also scored goals in attack.
3. Another Sunderland A.F.C. defender, Alderete, has been able to average 2.5 successful aerial duels, 4 clearances and 1.5 tackles per game in recent matches. His performance in all aspects is relatively balanced.
4. Sunderland A.F.C.'s defensive vulnerabilities were exposed in their previous match, as they conceded two goals from just two shots on target faced, demonstrating a critical lack of efficiency in preventing conversions.
[(Sunderland A.F.C.) Weakness]:
1. Sunderland A.F.C. suffered a 0-2 away defeat against Burnley F.C. in their previous match. The first half saw a dull stalemate between both sides with no goals scored. After the second half began, Sunderland A.F.C. conceded two goals in a row and lost 0-2 finally.
2. Sunderland A.F.C. won only 2 of their last 5 competitive games in AH.
[(Huddersfield Town A.F.C.) Strength]:
1. Huddersfield Town A.F.C. were eliminated in the second round of last season's EFL Cup and will be aiming for a fresh start this campaign, determined to achieve a deeper run in the competition. So they are motivated in this 2nd round of the EFL Cup.
2. Huddersfield Town A.F.C.'s main midfielder Mikel Miller has been in top form since the start of the season. Currently, he averages 2.5 successful aerial duels per game and also has an average of 2 clearances per game. In the last 2 games, he has also provided 1 assist.
3. The main defender of Huddersfield Town A.F.C., Joseph Low, has performed very steadily in the team's defense this season. He averages 4.8 successful aerial duels and 6.4 clearances per game. He also poses a significant threat during offensive set-pieces, demonstrating strong efficiency in converting corner-kick opportunities.
4. Huddersfield Town A.F.C. faced EFL Championship side Leicester City F.C. in their previous EFL Cup tie. After a goalless first half, both teams scored twice after the break to finish level in regular time, ultimately leading to a penalty shootout where Huddersfield Town A.F.C. narrowly prevailed to advance to the second round.
5. Huddersfield Town A.F.C. demonstrated considerable stability in their attacking play during the previous EFL Cup match. The team created 11 shooting opportunities throughout the game, with six shots on target and two goals scored, reflecting highly efficient offensive performance.
6. In the last five previous encounters between the two sides, Huddersfield Town A.F.C. have achieved a record of 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, holding a slight edge.
[Tips]:
Sunderland A.F.C.'s performance has been quite inconsistent since the start of the new season.
Their offensive performance has been inconsistent, and there are many loopholes in their defense.
On the other hand, Huddersfield Town A.F.C. have been competing in the EFL League One this season.
The team's recent form has improved, and their offensive performance has been relatively stable, while their defensive performance has gradually solidified.
The AH line is -1.0 for the home side.
Sunderland A.F.C. should earn our favor.
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Sunderland A.F.C. (-1)
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