Sunderland vs Fulham: Official Team Lineups Announced

Sunderland and Fulham faced off in a highly anticipated Premier League match, with significant changes to their lineups. Sunderland’s 20-year-old winger, Joecelin Ta Bi, made his official league debut following his January transfer from Maccabi Netanya.

Sunderland’s Lineup Changes

Ta Bi, who previously played on loan at Hapoel Petah Tikva, is the sole change for Sunderland. He debuted in Sunderland’s recent FA Cup victory over Oxford United. The team previously suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat against Liverpool.

Sunderland’s Starting XI

• Roefs
• Mukiele
• Ballard
• Alderete
• Ta Bi
• Sadiki
• Le Fee
• Hume
• Diarra
• Angulo
• Brobbey

Substitutes include Ellborg, Geertruida, Talbi, Rigg, Mayenda, O’Nien, Mundle, Isidor, and Xhaka.

Fulham’s Adjustments

Fulham made a minimal alteration to their side, replacing injured Samuel Chukwueze with Kevin. Their last encounter ended in disappointment, a 3-0 loss to Manchester City, but they secured a 2-1 victory over Stoke in the FA Cup.

Fulham’s Starting XI

• Leno
• Tete
• Andersen
• Bassey
• Sessegnon
• Iwobi
• Berge
• Wilson
• Smith Rowe
• Kevin
• Jimenez

Substitutes for Fulham include Lecomte, Reed, Muniz, Cairney, Bobb, Cuenca, Castagne, King, and Diop.

Match Overview

This matchup between Sunderland and Fulham marks a critical point in both teams’ seasons. With Ta Bi’s introduction and Fulham’s tactical adjustments, fans eagerly anticipate the outcome on the pitch.