Tottenham vs Sunderland: Lineups, Team News and Prediction

Tottenham, sitting in 12th place, will host Sunderland, who are currently 7th, in a Premier League clash at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Saturday, January 4th, 2026, with kick-off scheduled for 10:00 AM EST.

Tottenham vs Sunderland Form

Tottenham played out a goalless draw in their last game away to Brentford. Their recent form has been inconsistent, with three wins, two losses, and a draw in their last six Premier League games. Notably, the Lilywhites suffered a 2-1 home defeat to Liverpool in that run.

Sunderland also drew their last match, a goalless affair at home against Manchester City. The Black Cats are currently enjoying a three game draw streak in the Premier League. Sunderland have remained difficult to beat recently, losing only one of their last six Premier League matches.

Interestingly, Tottenham have been drawing at half time and winning at full time in their last six home matches against Sunderland in all competitions.

Tottenham vs Sunderland Head to Head

The last time these two teams met in the Premier League, the match ended in a goalless draw at the Stadium of Light in January 2017.

In the five previous meetings, Tottenham have had the better of Sunderland, winning four times, with one tie.

It is worth noting that Tottenham have won their last six home matches against Sunderland in all competitions.

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Tottenham vs Sunderland Odds

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Tottenham vs Sunderland Probable Lineups

Tottenham (4-2-3-1): Vicario; Spence, van der Ven, Romero, Porro; Bentancur, Gray; Muani, Bergvall, Kudus; Richarlison

Sunderland (4-2-3-1): Roefs; Cirkin, Alderete, Mukiele, Hume; Geertruida, Xhaka; Adingra, Fee, Mayenda; Isidor

Tottenham vs Sunderland Team News

Tottenham have a lengthy injury list, with Yves Bissouma, Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, and Destiny Udogie all ruled out through injury. Dominic Solanke is doubtful, while Lucas Bergvall is also a doubt. Pape Matar Sarr is unavailable due to international duty, and Xavi Simons is suspended.

Sunderland will be without Dan Ballard due to injury. Noah Sadiki, Bertrand Traoré, Habib Diarra, Reinildo Mandava, Arthur Masuaku and Chemsdine Talbi are all unavailable due to international duty.

Tottenham vs Sunderland Match Facts

• Tottenham have been drawing at half time and winning at full time in their last 6 home matches against Sunderland in all competitions.
• Tottenham have won their last 6 home matches against Sunderland in all competitions.
• Sunderland have drawn their last 3 matches in Premier League.
• There have been under 2.5 goals scored in Sunderland's last 4 games in Premier League.

Prediction: Tottenham 1-1 Sunderland

Tottenham have shown inconsistencies in their recent performances, while Sunderland have proven to be a tough team to break down, drawing their last three matches. Tottenham's strength lies in stealing the ball from the opposition and attacking down the wings, but Sunderland excel in aerial duels and defending set pieces. Given Tottenham's extensive injury list and Sunderland's recent resilience, a draw seems the most likely outcome. The statistical forecast also suggests that Tottenham will steal the ball from the opposition often, and Sunderland will dominate in the air, potentially leading to a balanced match.

Best Bet: Under 2.5 Goals (-138) Click here to get the best odds on bet365 Sportsbook

Given the fact that there have been under 2.5 goals scored in Sunderland's last four Premier League games, and considering Tottenham's injury woes which may limit their attacking threat, backing under 2.5 goals could be a shrewd bet.