Liverpool vs Sunderland returns to Premier League action at Anfield as the Reds host the newly-promoted side in Round 14, with Liverpool fighting to regain form after a turbulent run while Sunderland continue battling for stability despite several key injuries.
Under the cold 6°C Liverpool weather, expect a tense night at Anfield as both teams look to climb the table.
Match Overview – Liverpool vs Sunderland
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Fixture | Liverpool vs Sunderland |
| Competition | Premier League 2025/26 – Round 14 |
| Date & Kick-Off | Thursday, December 04, 2025 – 01:45 PM |
| Venue | Anfield, Liverpool |
| Capacity | 61,276 |
| Surface | Grass |
| Weather | 6°C |
Liverpool enter the match with worrying inconsistency. Their last five fixtures include heavy defeats to PSV, Nottingham Forest, and Manchester City. However, their away win against West Ham shows signs that the team may be stabilizing.
Sunderland, on the other hand, remain competitive but lack cutting edge in the final third. Their defensive setup (5-4-1) aims to absorb pressure and hit on the counter, but Liverpool’s home advantage puts the Reds in a strong position.
Recent Form Guide – Liverpool vs Sunderland
Liverpool FC – Form Guide
Liverpool’s form has dipped dramatically with three consecutive losses before recovering with a much-needed win.
| Match | Date | Result | Score | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 30 Nov | Win | West Ham 0–2 Liverpool | Win |
| 2 | 26 Nov | Loss | Liverpool 1–4 PSV | Loss |
| 3 | 22 Nov | Loss | Liverpool 0–3 Nottingham Forest | Loss |
| 4 | 09 Nov | Loss | Man City 3–0 Liverpool | Loss |
| 5 | 04 Nov | Win | Liverpool 1–0 Real Madrid | Win |
Sunderland – Form Guide
| Date | Status | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29/11 | Win | Sunderland | 3-2 | AFC Bournemouth |
| 22/11 | Loss | Fulham | 1-0 | Sunderland |
| 08/11 | Draw | Sunderland | 2-2 | Arsenal |
| 03/11 | Draw | Sunderland | 1-1 | Everton |
| 25/10 | Win | Chelsea | 1-2 | Sunderland |
Head to Head Liverpool vs Sunderland (5 Last Meeting)
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Score | Away Team |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January 2, 2017 | Premier League | Sunderland | 2-2 | Liverpool |
| November 26, 2016 | Premier League | Liverpool | 2-0 | Sunderland |
| February 6, 2016 | Premier League | Liverpool | 2-2 | Sunderland |
| December 30, 2015 | Premier League | Sunderland | 0-1 | Liverpool |
| January 10, 2015 | Premier League | Sunderland | 0-1 | Liverpool |
Key Players to Watch
Liverpool – Cody Gakpo
4 Goals • 3 Assists • 13 Matches
Gakpo has been one of Liverpool’s most reliable finishers in the current season. His ability to drop deep, link play, and strike from mid-range gives Liverpool a vital attacking option, especially with Salah’s form fluctuating.
Sunderland – Wilson Isidor
4 Goals • 13 Matches
Isidor is Sunderland’s most dangerous player. Strong in transition and capable of finishing quick counters, he will be key against Liverpool’s high defensive line.
Predicted Lineups – Liverpool vs Sunderland
| Team | Formation | Predicted XI |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | 4-2-3-1 | Alisson – Curtis Jones, Konaté, Van Dijk, Robertson – Gravenberch, Mac Allister – Salah, Szoboszlai, Gakpo – Ekitike |
| Sunderland | 5-4-1 | Roefs – Mukiele, Ballard, Alderete, Hume, Reinildo – Mayenda, Xhaka, Sadiki, Le Fee – Brobbey |
Unavailable Players – Liverpool vs Sunderland
| Team | Unavailable | Reason |
|---|---|---|
| Liverpool | Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, Jeremie Frimpong, Stefan Bajcetic | Injuries |
| Sunderland | Ajibola Alese, Leo Hjelde, Habib Diarra | Injuries |
With several defensive absences on both sides, expect an open match with opportunities created from wide areas.
Statistical Projection – Liverpool vs Sunderland
| Metric | Liverpool | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | ~63% | ~37% |
| Shots on Target | 6–9 | 2–3 |
| Expected Goals (xG) | 2.0–2.6 | 0.6–0.9 |
| Clean Sheet Probability | 48% | 12% |
| Corners | 6–8 | 1–3 |
| Big Chance Creation | 3–5 | 1–2 |
| Goal Probability (Team) | 81% | 42% |
| Most Likely Scorer Probability | Cody Gakpo (39%) | Wilson Isidor (25%) |
Prediction Summary – Liverpool vs Sunderland
This match showcases two sides with contrasting ambitions:
- Liverpool need consistency. Despite poor results, they still create chances and dominate possession.
- Sunderland defend deep, rely on compact lines, and hope to catch opponents on the break.
Expect Liverpool to control the game, attack primarily through wide areas, and generate multiple big chances. Sunderland will sit in a low block, but their limited scoring power makes an upset unlikely.
Final Score Prediction : Liverpool 2–0 Sunderland
Likely Scorers:
- Cody Gakpo (Liverpool)
- Mohamed Salah (Liverpool)
- Wilson Isidor (Sunderland – outside chance)
Confidence Levels:
🔴 Liverpool Win – 68%
🟡 Draw – 22%
⚪ Sunderland Win – 10%
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Betting Tips by E2bet – Liverpool vs Sunderland
- Liverpool Clean Sheet: Possible (48%)
- Match Result: Liverpool Win
- Anytime Scorer: Cody Gakpo
- Total Goals: Under/Over 2.5 → Over 2.5 is slightly favored
- Both Teams to Score: No
FAQs – Liverpool vs Sunderland
1.When is Liverpool vs Sunderland?
Thursday, December 04, 2025 at 01:45 PM (Anfield).
2.Which team is in better form?
Liverpool, despite recent losses, remain stronger overall.
3.Who are the top scorers entering the match?
Cody Gakpo (Liverpool) – 4 goals
Wilson Isidor (Sunderland) – 4 goals
4.What is the predicted scoreline?
Liverpool 2–0 Sunderland.
5.What type of match should we expect?
A dominant, possession-heavy Liverpool performance against a deep-block Sunderland defense.
