Sunderland vs Wolves

Match: Sunderland - Wolves
Tournament: Premier League - Regular Season - 8
Kick-off: October 18 2025, 15:00 BST
Stadium: Stadium of Light

Sunderland (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: Robin Roefs
• Defenders: T. Hume, Daniel George Ballard, O. Alderete, N. Mukiele
• Midfielders: Granit Xhaka, N. Sadiki, B. Traoré, C. Rigg, E. Le Fée
• Forwards: W. Isidor

Wolves (4-3-3)

• Goalkeeper: S. Johnstone
• Defenders: M. Doherty, S. Bueno, L. Krejčí, Hugo Bueno
• Midfielders: M. Munetsi, André, João Gomes
• Forwards: J. Arias, Jørgen Strand Larsen, Rodrigo Gomes

Sunderland will be without A. Alese (shoulder injury), D. Cirkin (wrist injury), H. Diarra (groin injury), Reinildo (red card), R. Mundle (hamstring injury), O. Alderete (muscle injury), and N. Sadiki (ankle injury). This list significantly impacts their squad depth and tactical options.

On the Wolves side, L. Chiwome (knee injury), M. Doherty (wrist injury), and Toti Gomes (illness) will miss the match. Their absences come at a time when the team is struggling to find form.

This match presents a pivotal opportunity for Sunderland to move closer to the European qualification spots, currently sitting in 9th with 11 points. Wolves, however, are at the bottom of the table with only 2 points and desperately need a win to kickstart their season.

Sunderland has shown resilience with a record of 3 wins, 2 draws, and 2 losses over their last seven matches, reflecting a relatively competitive streak in the Premier League. They maintain a solid home record, having won 2 out of 3 games at the Stadium of Light.

Wolves, conversely, are in dire straits, with only 2 draws and 5 losses in their last seven matches. Their struggles have been compounded by a lack of goals and a porous defense, conceding 14 goals in the same span.

• April 14, 2012: Sunderland 0 - 0 Wolves
• December 4, 2011: Wolves 2 - 1 Sunderland
• May 14, 2011: Sunderland 1 - 3 Wolves

Match: Wolves - Sunderland
Tournament: Premier League - Regular Season - 35
Kick-off: May 2 2026, 15:00 BST
Stadium: Molineux Stadium

Wolves (3-4-2-1)

• Goalkeeper: D. Bentley
• Defenders: Y. Mosquera, S. Bueno, Toti Gomes
• Midfielders: Pedro Lima, João Gomes, André, Hugo Bueno
• Forwards: A. Armstrong, M. Mane, T. Arokodare

Sunderland (4-2-3-1)

• Goalkeeper: R. Roefs
• Defenders: N. Mukiele, D. Ballard, O. Alderete, Reinildo
• Midfielders: G. Xhaka, N. Sadiki
• Forwards: T. Hume, C. Talbi, E. Le Fée, B. Brobbey

Wolves: No significant absences reported.

Sunderland: A. Alese is unavailable due to a shoulder injury, impacting their defensive options.

This clash sees Wolves, currently at the bottom of the table, desperate for points to avoid relegation, while Sunderland aims to solidify their mid-table position and end the season on a high note.

Wolves: Wolves are struggling with three consecutive losses followed by a draw, showcasing their difficulties in finding form. Their dismal record includes only three wins throughout the season, leaving them in a precarious situation.

Sunderland: Sunderland has shown a slight upturn in form with two wins in their last four matches after a couple of losses. Their position offers a secure buffer from relegation, allowing them to play with less pressure as they seek to refine their performance.

• October 18 2025: Sunderland 2 - 0 Wolves
• April 14 2012: Sunderland 0 - 0 Wolves
• December 4 2011: Wolves 2 - 1 Sunderland
• May 14 2011: Sunderland 1 - 3 Wolves