Tottenham vs Sunderland: Premier League Preview, Team News & Stats
As Tottenham Hotspur prepares to face Sunderland in the Premier League, anticipation builds for this exciting matchup. Historically, Tottenham has a strong record against Sunderland, remaining unbeaten in their last 14 league encounters.
Head-to-Head Record
- Tottenham has achieved 10 victories and 4 draws against Sunderland since April 2010.
- Sunderland has only won 2 of their 16 away matches against Spurs, with the last victory occurring in August 2008.
- The Black Cats’ only other positive result was a 1-1 draw in November 2010.
Recent Performance
This season, Sunderland already secured a notable away victory, defeating Chelsea 2-1. However, their overall away performance in the Premier League this season has been underwhelming. They have netted only four goals in nine away games, failing to score on six occasions.
Goals and Scoring Trends
- Tottenham has scored in 61 of their last 62 matches against promoted teams, excluding a goalless draw with Brentford in April 2022.
- Spurs have scored in their last 46 home matches against promoted sides, with their last loss at home dating back to December 2009.
- Richarlison shows striking prowess against promoted clubs, averaging a goal or assist every 55 minutes.
In his last 16 Premier League starts at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, Richarlison has participated in 13 goals, contributing 11 goals and 2 assists.
Managerial Insights
Régis Le Bris, Sunderland’s manager, faces Tottenham for the first time. Historically, French managers have struggled at this venue, winning only once in their last 15 attempts against Spurs. The lone victory came from Arsène Wenger in March 2014.
While Sunderland hopes to improve their away form, Tottenham aims to capitalize on their historical advantage. This match promises to be pivotal for both teams as the Premier League season progresses.
