Daniel Ballard
Fit
Sunderland
Northern IrelandยทCentre BackยทAge 26ยท#5Recent form vs typical bookmaker lines
Past performance does not guarantee future results ยท 18+ ยท GambleAware
Trailing shots-on-target line vs actual ยท last 7 matches
Trailing 10-match line typically set at 7.5 shots-on-target ยท Daniel Ballard hit it 4 of last 7 (57%)
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About Daniel Ballard
Daniel Ballard is a 26-year-old Northern Ireland Centre Back who plays for Sunderland in the Premier League. He wears the number 5 shirt.
Daniel George Ballard is a commanding centre-back who has become a cornerstone of Sunderland's defence since joining the club. The 26-year-old Northern Irish defender brings physicality and aerial dominance at 187cm, making him a formidable presence in the Championship. Ballard has established himself as a reliable, no-nonsense defender who forms a crucial part of the Black Cats' backline.
In his last 5 matches, Daniel Ballard has scored 0 goals and provided 0 assists, with an average rating of 7.1.
How is this rating calculated?
SportSignals' player rating is a weighted score across goals, assists, shot quality (xG and shots on target), key passes, defensive actions (tackles and interceptions), passing accuracy, minutes played, and match outcome. The weighting depends on position: a centre back's rating leans on tackles, interceptions, and clean sheets; a forward's leans on goals and shot quality. Ratings are recalculated after every match and averaged across the season.
This rating is informational and is not a recommendation to place any bet.
Recent Matches
| Date | Match | Mins | G/A | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Feb | Sunderland 1-3 Fulham | 90 | - | 7.1 |
| 28 Feb | Bournemouth 1-1 Sunderland | 90 | - | 7.3 |
| 3 Mar | Leeds 0-1 Sunderland | 90 | - | 7.1 |
| 7 Feb | Arsenal 3-0 Sunderland | 90 | - | 6.5 |
| 2 Feb | Sunderland 3-0 Burnley | 90 | - | 7.5 |
Honours
- WinnerLeague Two
- WinnerTrophy
Daniel Ballard frequently asked questions
How many goals has Daniel Ballard scored this season?
Daniel Ballard has scored 0 goals in 7 appearances for Sunderland in the 2025/2026 Premier League season, along with 0 assists and an average match rating of 7.0.
What position does Daniel Ballard play?
Daniel Ballard plays as a Centre Back for Sunderland in the Premier League.
How old is Daniel Ballard?
Daniel Ballard is 26 years old, born on 22 September 1999 in Northern Ireland. He stands 187cm tall and weighs 85kg.
What team does Daniel Ballard play for?
Daniel Ballard currently plays for Sunderland in the Premier League.
What is Daniel Ballard's nationality?
Daniel Ballard is Northern Ireland.
How tall is Daniel Ballard?
Daniel Ballard stands 187cm (6ft 2in) tall.
What number does Daniel Ballard wear?
Daniel Ballard wears the number 5 shirt for Sunderland.