Liverpool and Sunderland kick off their Premier League Summer Series 2026 campaign in this opening-round fixture. The match kicks off on Saturday, July 25, 2026, at 11 PM (BST), with the venue for this clash yet to be confirmed.
Historically, Liverpool has had the upper hand, remaining unbeaten in the last ten meetings between the sides. Both teams will be looking for a strong start to the tournament, setting the stage for a competitive encounter and some interesting betting tips for Liverpool vs. Sunderland.
Find out where to watch the match and what our expert predictions are, as well as the expected lineups for today’s encounter.
Match Overview - Liverpool vs. Sunderland
- Liverpool enters the first round of the Premier League Summer Series aiming to start fresh after a mixed run of results at the end of the previous season.
- Sunderland, in contrast, will be looking to build on their strong finish to the last campaign, where they secured some impressive victories to end the season on a high.
- Head-to-head history heavily favours the Reds, who are unbeaten in their last 12 meetings with Sunderland, winning six and drawing six of those encounters.
Head-to-Head Record
- Sunderland has not secured a victory against Liverpool in their last 12 competitive encounters.
- Out of the last ten meetings, six concluded with fewer than 2.5 goals scored.
- Liverpool has also managed to keep a clean sheet in five of their last ten head-to-head games with the Black Cats.
- The Reds have recently struggled for consistent results, picking up only three wins from their last ten matches in all competitions.
- Sunderland, conversely, enters this match in better form, having secured five victories in their last ten fixtures.
Liverpool look to bounce back
Liverpool comes into this tournament after a very inconsistent end to their last season. The team struggled across multiple fronts, with defeats in the FA Cup and the UEFA Champions League quarter-finals showing a dip in their usual high standards.
Their Premier League form was also patchy, managing no wins in their final four matches. Draws against Brentford and Chelsea highlighted a lack of momentum as they prepared for this pre-season fixture against their opponents.
Liverpool struggles with so many injured players that it’s unbelievable. Bradley, Danns, Ekitike, Leoni, and Mabaya won’t play in this match. Also, Bajčetić’s and Endo’s appearances are questionable.
Sunderland arrive with momentum
Sunderland concluded the Premier League 2026 campaign in impressive form, remaining unbeaten in their final four matches. They notably defeated Chelsea and Everton, demonstrating their resilience and capacity to challenge strong opposition.
This positive momentum extends into their pre-season preparations. The Black Cats recently achieved a convincing 5-1 friendly victory against York, contributing to five wins in their last ten overall games. This indicates their sharpness in front of goal.
Sunderland’s squad is also weakened by injuries, with Meunier, Alderete, Xhaka, and Talbi unable to play.
Liverpool vs. Sunderland Prediction: Expect an open encounter
Despite a poor end to last season, Liverpool’s dominant head-to-head record against the Black Cats makes them clear favourites. Therefore, backing Liverpool to win could be a solid option as they aim for a strong start.
Sunderland, however, arrive in excellent goalscoring form after an impressive finish to the previous campaign. With their attack looking sharp, the "Both Teams to Score" market certainly holds appeal for this opening tournament clash.
Considering Sunderland’s scoring streak and Liverpool’s need for a statement performance, an open game appears likely. Our main prediction is for "Over 2.5 Goals", anticipating an entertaining, action-packed start to the Summer Series.
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| Liverpool to Win | ||
| Double Chance & Over/Under | Both teams to score | |
The odds mentioned were collected during the writing of this prediction and may change. Always check with the bookmaker for the latest information.
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| Liverpool to Win | ||
| Double Chance & Over/Under | Both teams to score | |
Where to Watch Liverpool vs. Sunderland
For those wondering where to watch Liverpool vs. Sunderland, here is the latest information available for the match.
- TV: LFC TV (Gbr), LFCTV GO (Gbr)
Liverpool vs. Sunderland Predicted Lineups
As the Premier League Summer Series 2026 kicks off, both managers will be carefully considering their starting elevens for this opening clash. The anticipated Liverpool lineup will aim to find the right balance for an early advantage. Similarly, the Sunderland lineup will be selected to assert their game plan from the first whistle.
Liverpool
Mamardashvili; Jones, Gomez, Van Dijk, Kerkez; Gravenerch, Mac Allister, Frimpong, Ngumoha, Szoboszlai; Gakpo.
Manager: Andoni Iraola.
Sunderland
Roefs; Mukiele, O’Nien, Mukiava, Jones; Browne, Sadiki, Le Fee, Hume, Angulo; Brobbey.
Manager: Régis Le Bris.
Match Details
Here are the match details:
- Match: Liverpool vs. Sunderland
- Competition: Premier League Summer Series 2026
- Date: 25/07/2026
- Kick-off: 11 PM (BST)
- Broadcast: LFC TV (Gbr), LFCTV GO (Gbr)
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