On 6 December 2025, all eyes will be on the Etihad Stadium as Manchester City hosts Sunderland in a Premier League clash. Despite Manchester City being the favorites, Sunderland has shown resilience, sitting 6th in the table with 23 points, just five behind City.
With referee Andrew Madley officiating and overcast clouds predicted, the stage is set for an intriguing battle. City, under Pep Guardiola, will look to leverage their home advantage, where they’ve remained unbeaten in their last six matches. Sunderland, coached by Régis Le Bris, aims to surprise with their solid defense.
| 1James Trafford |
| 6Nathan Aké |
| 7Omar Marmoush |
| 26Savinho |
| 82Rico Lewis |
| 33Nico O’Reilly |
| 3Ruben Dias |
| 27Matheus Nunes |
| 20Bernardo Silva |
| 1Anthony Patterson |
| 4Dan Neil |
| 6Lutsharel Geertruida |
| 12Eliezer Mayenda |
| 13Luke O’Nien |
| 14Romaine Mundle |
| 24Simon Adingra |
| 9Brian Brobbey |
| 7Chemsdine Talbi |
Match Facts
- City concedes 1.4 goals on average this season.
- Erling Haaland has netted 15 goals in 14 matches.
- Sunderland has scored in 71% of their games.
Our prediction: Both teams to score.
Manchester City vs. Sunderland Prediction & Tip
For this thrilling Premier League encounter between Manchester City and Sunderland, our recommended tip is “Both teams to score: Yes.”
Here’s why this is a wise choice:
- Sunderland has scored in 71% of their matches this season, showcasing their attacking prowess.
- Manchester City, despite being strong defensively, has conceded an average of 1.4 goals per game this season.
- Sunderland’s solid defense, having allowed just 14 goals, will be tested by City’s top scorer, Erling Haaland, who has netted 15 goals in 14 matches.
Sunderland’s form and scoring ability make them a threat even against top-tier teams. Manchester City’s recent defensive lapses have made them vulnerable to conceding goals. Both teams have shown they can find the back of the net consistently this season.