SUNDERLAND, ENGLAND - DECEMBER 14: Granit Xhaka of Sunderland organises his team mates during the Premier League match between Sunderland and Newcastle United at Stadium of Light on December 14, 2025 in Sunderland, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)
Sunderland hosts Leeds United at the Stadium of Light on Sunday, aiming to maintain their unbeaten home record.
This season, Régis Le Bris’ team has shown strong resilience. However, international call-ups have left them without several key players. Despite these setbacks, Sunderland is still sixth in the league. Le Bris hopes their solid defense can handle a Leeds team that has been scoring freely lately.
The manager faces a challenge in defense and midfield due to the Africa Cup of Nations. Important players like Reinildo Mandava, Arthur Masuaku, Noah Sadiki, Chemsdine Talbi, and Bertrand Traoré are unavailable due to international duty. This limits options, especially on the left side and in midfield.
In their absence, Lutsharel Geertruida will partner with Granit Xhaka in midfield. Simon Adingra will be critical in attack after missing out on the Ivory Coast squad. Additionally, Daniel Ballard and Omar Alderete will anchor the defense against the league’s top scorer, Dominic Calvert-Lewin.
Expected Sunderland XI: Roefs; Mukiele, Ballard, Alderete, Hume; Xhaka, Geertruida; Rigg, Le Fée, Adingra; Brobbey
The match is set for Sunday, 28 December 2025, with a kick-off time of 14:00 GMT.
UK viewers can watch the match live on Sky Sports Premier League, starting at 13:00 GMT.
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