Sunderland vs Burnley

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Match details

Match: Burnley - Sunderland
Tournament: Premier League - Regular Season - 2
Kick-off: August 23 2025, 15:00 BST
Stadium: Turf Moor

Confirmed lineups

Burnley (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: M. Dúbravka
• Defenders: K. Walker, H. Ekdal, M. Estève, Q. Hartman
• Midfielders: L. Ugochukwu, H. Mejbri, J. Bruun Larsen, J. Cullen
• Forwards: J. Anthony, L. Foster

Sunderland (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: R. Roefs
• Defenders: T. Hume, D. Ballard, O. Alderete, Reinildo
• Midfielders: H. Diarra, G. Xhaka, N. Sadiki
• Forwards: C. Talbi, Eliezer Mayenda, S. Adingra

Missing players

Burnley: The Clarets will be without C. Roberts due to a groin injury, and A. Tuanzebe is doubtful with an injury as well. J. Beyer is sidelined with a hamstring injury, Z. Amdouni has a ruptured cruciate ligament, and A. Broja's fitness remains uncertain. Additionally, B. Humphreys is dealing with thigh problems.

Sunderland: The Black Cats face several absences, including N. Mukiele, who has a torn muscle fibre. A. Alese is out with a shoulder injury, while D. Cirkin has a fractured thumb. N. Huggins is recovering from knee surgery, L. Hjelde is sidelined due to Achilles tendon surgery, and R. Mundle is also out with a hamstring injury.

Match background

This match sees Burnley, currently struggling in 19th place with no points, aim for their first points of the season against a strong Sunderland side sitting in 2nd place after a promising start. The stakes are high for the hosts as they look to avoid relegation while visitors seek to maintain their early momentum.

Recent form

Burnley: The Clarets have had a tough start to the season, losing their opening match without scoring, conceding three goals in the process. They will need to tighten their defense and find attacking solutions if they want to secure points moving forward.

Sunderland: The Black Cats come into this match with confidence after a strong opening win, scoring three goals and securing a clean sheet. Their solid form will make them a formidable opponent for Burnley as they seek to build on their early success.

Head-to-head record

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Prediction

Given Sunderland's current form and Burnley's struggles, a strong performance from the visitors is expected. Betting tip: Sunderland to win.