On match day 18 of the English Premier League, Sunderland will host Leeds United on Sunday at 07:30 PM IST, 28th December 2025. This match is scheduled to take place at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, England, which has a seating capacity of 49,000 spectators.
This blog by 96.com will provide a detailed preview of the Sunderland vs Leeds United match, including team form, predicted lineups, and match predictions.
Match Preview: Sunderland vs Leeds United
The hosts, the Black Cats, will enter this match after playing out a 0-0 draw against Brighton in their last league outing. Sunderland had just 43% possession in that game but showed strong defensive discipline to earn a valuable point away from home.
On the other hand, the Peacocks, Leeds United, come into this fixture on the back of an impressive 4-1 victory over Crystal Palace in their previous league match. Dominic Calvert-Lewin was the standout performer with a brace, while Ethan Ampadu and Anton Stach also found the net to complete a dominant display.
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Recent Form of Leeds United and Crystal Palace
Sunderland currently sits 6th in the Premier League standings with 27 points from 17 matches. The Black Cats have recorded 7 wins, 6 draws, and 4 defeats, showing consistent form across the season.
Meanwhile, the visitors, Leeds United, are positioned 16th in the league table with 17 points. Their campaign so far includes 5 wins, 4 draws, and 8 losses, leaving them closer to the relegation zone.
Looking at their recent form, Sunderland have been steady in their last five league games, registering two wins, two draws, and one defeat. Leeds United show a similar pattern, having also secured 2 wins, 2 draws, and 1 loss in their previous five matches.
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Sunderland vs Leeds United Channel Info
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Sunderland vs Leeds United – Predicted Starting Lineups
Sunderland XI: Roefs, Ballard, Geertruida, Brobbey, Rigg, Alderete, Mukiele, Adingra, Le Fee, Hume, Xhaka
Unavailable players for Sunderland: Luke O’Nien (suspension), Habib Diarra (international duty), Bertrand Traoré (international duty), Chemsdine Talbi (international duty), Noah Sadiki (international duty), Arthur Masuaku (international duty), Reinildo (international duty), Ajibola Alese (injury).
Leeds XI: Perri, Rodon, Bijol, Struijk, Bogle, Stach, Amapdu, Tanaka, Gudmundsson, Okafor, Calvert-Lewin.
Unavailable players for Leeds United: Daniel James (injury), Lukas Nmecha (injury), Sean Longstaff (injury).
Form:
SUN: D-W-L-D-W
LEE: W-D-D-W-L
H2H Record Sunderland vs Leeds United:
Across their head-to-head meetings, Sunderland have secured 7 victories, while Leeds United have come out on top 11 times, with several encounters ending in draws.
In their most recent meeting, Leeds United edged past Sunderland with a 2–1 victory in the Championship fixture played on 08th February.
Pre-Match Odds & Win Probability – 96.com
- SUN: 2.48 (38%)
- Draw: 3.16 (29%)
- CRY: 2.65 (33%)
Players to Watch Out for Betting: Sunderland vs Leeds United
Wilson Isidor: Sunderland
The 25-year-old French forward has scored 4 goals in 17 Premier League appearances, playing a total of 925 minutes and maintaining a passing accuracy of 60%. However, Isidor has failed to score in his last eight league appearances, which could be a concern for Sunderland ahead of their upcoming clash against Leeds United.
Dominic Calvert-Lewin: Leeds United
The 28-year-old English striker has scored 7 goals in 15 league appearances, playing 1032 minutes so far this season. Calvert-Lewin has found the net in five consecutive matches for Leeds, including his superb brace in the last match against Crystal Palace. He has taken 33 shots, with 16 on target, and has completed 97 successful passes, showing strong involvement in attack.
Top Betting Tips (96.com)
- Leeds United Exact Goals: Two(3.8)
- Correct Score: Half Time: Sunderland 2-1(16), Draw 1-1(7.5), Leeds 1-2(17)
- First Goal Scorer: Wilson Isidor(6.25), Lukas Nmecha(6.25), Enzo Le Fee(12)
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Match Prediction
In the head-to-head battle, Sunderland trails Leeds United, with the Peacocks holding a stronger overall record against the hosts from previous meetings. Based on this historical edge and recent performances, we back Leeds United to win this match.
Predicted Score: Sunderland 0-2 Leeds United
FAQs: Sunderland vs Leeds United
1. When is Sunderland vs Leeds United scheduled to take place?
The Premier League match between Sunderland and Leeds United will be played on Sunday, 28th December 2025, with kickoff scheduled for 07:30 PM IST.
2. Where will the Sunderland vs Leeds United match be played?
The match will take place at the Stadium of Light, Sunderland, England. The stadium has a seating capacity of approximately 49,000 spectators.
3. Where can fans in India watch Sunderland vs Leeds United live?
Viewers in India can watch the match live on SonyLiv via web or mobile app. A SonyLiv Premium subscription is required to access the live stream.
4. What is the current Premier League position of Sunderland and Leeds United?
- Sunderland are currently 6th in the Premier League table with 27 points from 17 matches.
- Leeds United sit 16th with 17 points after the same number of games.
5. What is the head-to-head record between Sunderland and Leeds United?
In previous meetings, Sunderland have won 7 matches, while Leeds United have recorded 11 victories, with several encounters ending in draws. Leeds also won the last head-to-head clash 2-1.
