On Sunday, December 28, the English Premier League returns to the Stadium of Light this weekend as high-flying Sunderland take on a Leeds side in exemplary form.
Leeds United to draw or win – strong recent form
Dominic Calvert-Lewin to have 1+ shots on target – a strong trend since his summer arrival
Anton Stach to be carded – tough matchup against Enzo Le Fee and Granit Xhaka
Sunderland come into this clash off the back of a positive 0-0 draw away to Brighton, which once again highlighted their compact defensive shape.
The Black Cats currently sit two points below Chelsea in fourth, and will look to close the gap on Sunday afternoon.
Leeds arrive in the north east after delivering their best performance of the season at Elland Road, defeating Crystal Palace 4-1.
After a far from convincing start to Premier League life, a recent tactical change to three at the back has elevated Daniel Farke’s side to new levels, remaining unbeaten in their last four matches.
A win at the weekend would widen the gap between Leeds and the bottom three, with many starting to think they have what it takes to survive relegation.
What are the best bets for Sunderland vs Leeds United?
Leeds to win or draw
The away side has shown a real ability to grind out points in recent matches, and may be able to take advantage of a Sunderland team heavily impacted by injuries and AFCON.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin to have 1+ shots on target
This line has landed in all of Calvert-Lewin’s last five matches.
Anton Stach to be carded
Anton Stach is an aggressive central midfielder and will look to be ever-present in Leeds’ press..
This will likely lead to an accumulation of fouls against experienced players like Xhaka and Le Fee.
Where can I watch Sunderland vs Leeds United?
| UK | Sky Sports / Sky Go | 14:00 BST |
| US | USA Network | 9:00 EST |
What is Sunderland’s current form?
W-D-L-W-D
What is Leeds United’s current form?
L-W-D-D-W
What were the results of the last five head-to-head matches between Sunderland and Leeds United?
17/02/25 – Leeds United 2-1 Sunderland (EFL Championship)
04/10/24 – Sunderland 2-2 Leeds United (EFL Championship)
09/04/24 – Leeds United 0-0 Sunderland (EFL Championship)
12/12/23 – Sunderland 1-0 Leeds United (EFL Championship)
07/04/18 – Leeds United 1-1 Sunderland (EFL Championship)
What is Sunderland’s predicted team?
Roefs – Mukiele, Ballard, Aldarete, Hume – Geertruida, Xhaka, Le Fee – Rigg, Adingra – Brobbey
Injured: Alese
Doubt: None
African Cup of Nations: Diarra, Reinildo, Sadiki, Traore, Masuaku, Talbi
What is Leeds United’s predicted team?
Perri – Bogle, Rodon, Bijol, Struijk, Gudmundsson – Ampadu, Tanaka, Stach – Calvert-Lewin, Okafor
Injured: James, Longstaff
Doubt: Nmecha
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