Sunderland vs Everton

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Sunderland vs Everton
Nov 3, 2025 8:00 pm
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Match details

Kick-off: November 3 2025, 20:00 GMT

Stadium: Stadium of Light

Confirmed lineups

Sunderland (5-4-1)
  • Goalkeeper: R. Roefs
  • Defenders: T. Hume, N. Mukiele, D. Ballard, L. Geertruida, Reinildo
  • Midfielders: B. Traoré, G. Xhaka, N. Sadiki, E. Le Fée
  • Forwards: W. Isidor
Everton (4-2-3-1)
  • Goalkeeper: J. Pickford
  • Defenders: J. O'Brien, J. Tarkowski, M. Keane, V. Mykolenko
  • Midfielders: I. Gueye, J. Garner
  • Forwards: I. Ndiaye, K. Dewsbury-Hall, J. Grealish, T. Barry

Missing players

Sunderland will be without A. Alese (Shoulder Injury), D. Cirkin (Wrist Injury), H. Diarra (Groin Injury), L. Hjelde (Achilles Tendon Injury), R. Mundle (Hamstring Injury), and O. Alderete (Concussion).

Everton has injury concerns with J. Branthwaite (Thigh Injury) and N. Patterson (Ankle Injury) unavailable for the match.

Match background

This match sees Sunderland in 7th position with 17 points, while Everton sits in 15th with 11 points, highlighting the stakes of the clash as both teams aim to boost their standings.

Recent form

Sunderland enters this fixture in good form, winning three of their last four matches and showing solid offensive and defensive stats, having scored 11 goals and conceded only 7 in the season.

Conversely, Everton is struggling with two losses in their last three games and has conceded more goals than they have scored, illustrating their need for improvement to climb the table.

Head-to-head record

  • Feb 25 2017: Everton 2-0 Sunderland
  • Sep 12 2016: Sunderland 0-3 Everton
  • May 11 2016: Sunderland 3-0 Everton
  • Nov 01 2015: Everton 6-2 Sunderland

Prediction

Given Sunderland's recent form and home advantage, they are favored to secure the win. Betting tip: Sunderland to win.

Betting tipSunderland to win.
Everton vs Sunderland
May 17, 2026 3:00 pm
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Match details

Date: May 17 2026

Kick-off: 15:00 BST

Stadium: Hill Dickinson Stadium

Confirmed lineups

Everton (4-2-3-1)
  • Goalkeeper: J. Pickford
  • Defenders: J. O'Brien, J. Tarkowski, M. Keane, V. Mykolenko
  • Midfielders: T. Iroegbunam, J. Garner, M. Röhl, K. Dewsbury-Hall
  • Forwards: I. Ndiaye, Beto
Sunderland (4-2-3-1)
  • Goalkeeper: R. Roefs
  • Defenders: L. Geertruida, N. Mukiele, O. Alderete, Reinildo
  • Midfielders: G. Xhaka, N. Sadiki, T. Hume, E. Le Fée
  • Forwards: N. Angulo, B. Brobbey

Match background

With both teams aimed at securing their mid-table places, this fixture carries significant stakes. Everton currently sits 10th with 49 points, while Sunderland is right behind in 12th with 48 points, making this encounter crucial for their end-of-season positioning.

Recent form

Everton: The Toffees have struggled recently, registering two draws followed by two consecutive losses. This trend places them in a precarious position as they aim to finish the season strongly and maintain their Premier League status with a notable closing performance.

Sunderland: Similarly, Sunderland's form has hit a recent slump with two draws and two losses. Their inconsistent performances, especially in away games, could hinder their efforts to climb into a more favorable league position as the season winds down.

Head-to-head record

  • November 3, 2025: Sunderland 1-1 Everton
  • February 25, 2017: Everton 2-0 Sunderland
  • September 12, 2016: Sunderland 0-3 Everton
  • May 11, 2016: Sunderland 3-0 Everton
  • November 1, 2015: Everton 6-2 Sunderland

Prediction

Given the recent form of both teams, a draw seems probable, reflecting their similar performance trajectories. Betting tip: BTTS: No, as both teams are struggling to find the back of the net consistently.

Betting tipBTTS: No, as both teams are struggling to find the back of the net consistently.