The Sunderland vs Liverpool match in gameweek 26 of the 2025/26 Premier League season promises to be exciting as both teams are looking for consistency.
This match is crucial for both sides, with Sunderland wanting to maintain their unbeaten streak at the Stadium of Light during this campaign.
Liverpool needs a victory to stay competitive for a top-four finish, making this clash quite intriguing.
Match Details
Stadium of Light
Sunderland, England
11 February, 2026
20:15 PM GMT
Sunderland Aiming to Extend Strong Home Record Against Liverpool
The upcoming Sunderland vs Liverpool match is vital for both teams as the season progresses.
Sunderland is just three points behind Liverpool and is the only team yet to lose at home this season.
They will look to harness their fans’ support for a solid performance against Liverpool.
For Liverpool, the focus is on becoming more effective to secure a win. Currently five points away from the top four, they need to regain their winning form to reach the Champions League.
In their last five meetings, Liverpool has won two, and they must deliver a strong display to end Sunderland’s unbeaten run at home.
Can Chemsdine Talibi Shine Again Against Liverpool?
Chemsdine Talbi is showing good form for Sunderland, with five contributions (three goals, two assists) this season.
He recently scored in a 3-0 win over Burnley and aims to continue this momentum in the match against Liverpool.
Earlier this season, Talbi scored in a 1-1 draw with Liverpool and will aim to use his skills to capitalize on opportunities.
Hugo Ekitike Determined to Bounce Back for Liverpool
Hugo Ekitike had a disappointing game in Liverpool’s recent 2-1 loss to Manchester City and will seek to improve in the next match.
With 10 goals and two assists in 22 Premier League games, he is eager to add to his tally against Sunderland.
Ekitike needs to focus on positioning himself in scoring areas to help Liverpool secure three points.
Sunderland vs Liverpool Injuries
Sunderland Injuries: Granit Xhaka, Jacelin Ta Bi, Bertrand Traore (doubt)
Liverpool Injuries: Conor Bradley, Giovanni Leoni, Alexander Isak, Jeremey Frimpong, Joe Gomez (doubt), Dominik Szoboszlai (suspended)
Sunderland vs Liverpool Predicted Lineups
Here are the predicted lineups for the match.
Sunderland Predicted XI: Robin Roefs (GK), Nordi Mukiele, Daniel Ballard, Omar Alderete, Reinaldo, Habib Diarra, Noah Sadiki, Nilson Angulo, Enzo Le Fe, Chemsdine Talbi, Wilson Isidor
Liverpool Predicted XI: Alisson (GK), Calvin Ramsay, Ibrahima Konate, Virgil van Dijk, Andy Robertson, Ryan Gravenberch, Curtis Jones, Florian Wirtz, Mo Salah, Cody Gakpo, Hugo Ekitike