Liverpool FC vs Sunderland, English Premier League 2025-26, Today Match Prediction

Liverpool FC vs Sunderland Match Prediction & Analysis

Liverpool host Sunderland at Anfield, and the Reds are desperate to overcome a poor run of form, having lost six of their last seven league matches, while manager Arne Slot retains the hierarchy's support.  Liverpool will be a resilient opponent, as shown by their recent comeback win against Bournemouth. Key players, including goalkeeper Alisson, could return from injury for Liverpool, providing a potential boost.

Current Standings: Sunderland sit 6th in the Premier League with 22 points from 13 matches, looking steady. Liverpool follow closely in 8th with 21 points, even though they have scored more. Sunderland appear steadier, while Liverpool’s recent dip in form puts them just behind before the match.

Head-To-Head stats: In 32 games since 1996, Liverpool hold a dominant head-to-head record over Sunderland with 18 wins, 11 draws, and just 3 losses. Sunderland have not won a league match at Anfield since October 1983 and are winless in their last 18 away league games against Liverpool. Overall, in all historical league matchups, Liverpool lead with 68 wins to Sunderland's 50. 

TEAMS PREVIEW

Liverpool FC Preview

Liverpool go into their next Premier League game against Sunderland hoping to make use of their possession game and attacking stats. With 61.4% average possession and 450.2 accurate passes per match at an 85.7% success rate, they control games well.

Liverpool have scored 20 goals in 13 matches, averaging 1.5 per game, helped by 4.2 shots on target and 2.8 big chances created each match. However, they haven’t taken their chances well, missing 2.1 big chances every game.

Defensively, the Reds have struggled, conceding 20 goals this season at a rate of 1.5 per match, although they have still kept four clean sheets. Their average Sofascore rating of 6.82 shows they have been up and down. Liverpool’s strength lies in how they hold the ball and make good openings, but they will need to defend better against a tough Sunderland team. Starting well and finishing their chances might decide it. 

Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Alisson (GK); Gomez, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak

Sunderland Preview

Sunderland go into their game against Liverpool with some belief because their defensive stats are solid. They have kept four clean sheets in 13 matches and concede just 1.0 goal per game, a better defensive record than Liverpool’s 1.5.

Their average Sofascore rating of 6.86 slightly edges Liverpool’s 6.82, which shows they’ve been steady. In attack, Sunderland average 1.3 goals per match, with 2.9 shots on target and 1.6 big chances created per game.

They don’t score a lot, but they are efficient, missing just 0.9 big chances on average. Sunderland don’t keep much of the ball at 43.2%, with 297.8 accurate passes per match at a 79.6% success rate. They depend more on energy than on keeping the ball, shown by high defensive activity with 7.7 interceptions and 16.7 tackles per game. To match Liverpool’s style, Sunderland will need discipline, quick transitions, and to take their chances when they come. 

Liverpool predicted lineup (4-2-3-1): Alisson (GK); Gomez, Konate, Van Dijk, Robertson; Gravenberch, Mac Allister; Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Gakpo; Isak

LIVERPOOL FC vs SUNDERLAND
Winning Prediction

Liverpool are strong favourites to win due to their historical dominance over Sunderland at Anfield and their recent return to winning ways. Sunderland's poor away form suggests a tough match for them. 

Liverpool to win (3-1)

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