Sunderland prepares to host Fulham at Stadium of Light

Sunderland is set to host Fulham at the Stadium of Light this Sunday as part of the Premier League schedule. Following a 2-1 defeat to Ipswich Town, Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris is expected to utilize a 4-2-3-1 formation.

Predicted tactical changes for Sunderland include Omar Alderete potentially starting in defense alongside Dan Ballard, which would see Luke O’Nien move to the bench. The midfield is expected to feature Noah Sadiki and Granit Xhaka, supported by an attacking trio of Nilson Angulo, Enzo Le Fee, and Trai Hume. While Thomas Meunier and Nordi Mukiele have returned to training, the team faces the absence of Simon Adingra due to an ankle injury.

Fulham enters the match following a tenth-place finish last season. Although Tom Cairney remains sidelined, the squad is bolstered by the expected availability of Joachim Andersen. Historical data shows Fulham won both encounters against Sunderland last season, scoring four goals and conceding only one.