Sunderland vs Liverpool Prediction & Betting Tips (11 February)

The Sunderland Black Cats' hood has overheated since the start of the season and they are currently paying the price having only collected 3 victories in their last 10 appearances in the Premier League. Sunderland has fallen significantly in the rankings and only occupies 9th place at the start of this J26. Beaten quite heavily at West Ham 3-1, Sunderland traveled to Arsenal last weekend and clearly was no match for Arteta's men, who lost 3-0. Note, however, that at home, in front of its audience, the local team won its last two matches, against Burnley 3-0 and Crystal Palace 2-1. Terrible scenario last weekend for the Liverpool Reds, forced to watch Manchester City celebrate victory in front of their KOP at Anfield losing 1-2.

Authors of a rather contrasting first period, Arne Slot's men woke up at the start of the 2nd act but did not manage to improve their renewed energy except for the firecracker on a free kick from Szoboszlai. An advantage that was too thin and insufficient that City made up for before sealing the match on a penalty. A 2nd defeat in 3 games for the title holders after the setback at Bournemouth 3-2. In the standings, with 39 points, Liverpool is 6th and 4 points behind Chelsea, last qualified for Europe at the moment. 

As for Sunderland, midfielder Xhaka, winger usually replacing Bertrand Traoré and rookie Ta Bi are missing, all injured. Midfielder Diarra and winger Talbi (3 goals in PL) scored against Burnley. They are applying to start just like the executives Sadiki, Le Fée (3 goals and 4 assists in PL) and Brobbey (5 goals in PL).

This winter, winger Adingra (Monaco) and full-backs Pembélé (Le Havre) and Masuaku (Lens) left the club. In the opposite direction, wingers Ta Bi (Maccabi Netanya) and Angulo (Anderlecht) were recruited as was goalkeeper Ellborg (Malmö).