Live Premier League: Sunderland vs Burnley Preview, Updates, Stats & Team News
Sunderland prepares to host Burnley in a highly anticipated Premier League clash. Both teams have contrasting fortunes this season, setting the stage for an intriguing encounter at the Stadium of Light.
Head-to-Head: Sunderland vs Burnley
Sunderland has a strong home record against Burnley, losing only one of their last 12 encounters at home. Their only defeat was a 4-2 loss in October 2022 during the Championship. Sunderland defeated Burnley 2-0 at Turf Moor earlier this season and aims to secure a league double over them for the first time since the 1972-73 season.
Sunderland’s Recent Performance
- Sunderland has lost two of their last three Premier League matches, winning only one.
- They are one of four teams yet to lose consecutive Premier League games this season, alongside Arsenal, Brighton, and Manchester United.
- The Black Cats boast an impressive home record, remaining unbeaten in 11 matches at the Stadium of Light, with six wins and five draws.
Burnley Struggling for Form
Burnley is aiming to break a disappointing streak, remaining winless in their last 14 Premier League matches. They have drawn five and lost nine during this stretch. Historically, only once before, from February 1889 to February 1890, did they experience a longer winless period, spanning 19 games.
Concerning Statistics
- Sunderland has managed to gain 33 points this season, significantly better than their total of 24 from the 2016-17 campaign.
- Despite this, they average fewer shots per game this season (9.7) compared to their last Premier League appearance (10.2).
- Burnley has the lowest number of total draws this season, with only one draw prior to Matchday 17, but they have since drawn five out of seven games.
Key Players to Watch
Brian Brobbey has been a standout player for Sunderland, scoring three goals in his last four Premier League appearances. He boasts the best minutes-per-goal ratio among his teammates, finding the net every 175 minutes. This performance is reminiscent of Jermain Defoe’s record during the 2015-16 season.
Burnley’s manager, Scott Parker, is approaching a pivotal moment in his career, coaching his 75th Premier League match. His tenure has been marked by struggles, as evidenced by statistics indicating he has the second-fewest points earned (48) in his first 75 matches among those who have coached at least that many games.
This matchup not only holds implications for both clubs’ standings but also serves as an opportunity for Sunderland to maintain their strong home record and for Burnley to break free from their winless streak.
