Sunderland vs Everton at the Stadium of Light on Monday, November 3, 2025, in a highly anticipated Premier League clash that pits the season’s surprise package against a struggling Toffees side desperate to halt a worrying slide.
Kickoff is scheduled for 8:00 PM GMT / 3:00 PM ET, with the Black Cats sitting an impressive fourth in the table after nine matches while David Moyes’ Everton languish in 15th place following consecutive defeats.
This fixture marks the first meeting between these historic rivals since 2017, adding extra intrigue as Moyes returns to his former club, where he endured relegation heartbreak, alongside goalkeeper Jordan Pickford who also left Sunderland that fateful season.
Sunderland vs Everton Match Information, Prediction, H2H, and Where to Watch
This Premier League Matchweek 10 encounter represents a critical opportunity for both clubs – Sunderland seeking a third consecutive victory that would elevate them to second place, while Everton desperately need points to avoid their first three-match losing streak under Moyes since October 2011.
Sunderland’s Stunning Start: The newly-promoted Black Cats have defied all expectations under manager Regis Le Bris, accumulating 17 points from nine matches to sit fourth in the Premier League table.
Their remarkable return to the top flight represents the best start by a promoted team in eight years, with only five newly-promoted sides in Premier League history collecting more points at this stage – and all of them survived relegation.
Sunderland’s most recent triumph came with a stunning 2-1 victory at Stamford Bridge, where Chemsdine Talbi’s late winner against Chelsea demonstrated their ability to compete with the division’s elite.
Everton’s Concerning Decline: David Moyes’ Toffees have endured a sharp downturn, suffering consecutive defeats to Manchester City (2-0) and Tottenham (3-0) that have seen them slip to 15th in the standings with just 11 points from nine matches.
The Hill Dickinson Stadium suffered its first defeat of the season when Spurs dominated last weekend, exposing defensive vulnerabilities at set pieces that left Moyes frustrated.
Everton have failed to score in their last two matches, managed just one away victory this season (against bottom-placed Wolves), and have conceded in all four road trips.
Sunderland Last 5 Matches
| Opponent | Score | Result | Competition | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chelsea (A) | 2-1 | W | Premier League | Oct 26, 2025 |
| Aston Villa (H) | 1-1 | D | Premier League | Oct 19, 2025 |
| Man United (A) | 1-2 | L | Premier League | Oct 5, 2025 |
| Burnley (H) | 3-0 | W | Premier League | Sep 28, 2025 |
| West Ham (A) | 2-0 | W | Premier League | Sep 21, 2025 |
Everton Last 5 Matches
| Opponent | Score | Result | Competition | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tottenham (H) | 0-3 | L | Premier League | Oct 26, 2025 |
| Man City (A) | 0-2 | L | Premier League | Oct 19, 2025 |
| Fulham (H) | 1-1 | D | Premier League | Oct 5, 2025 |
| Newcastle (A) | 2-0 | W | Premier League | Sep 28, 2025 |
| Crystal Palace (H) | 1-1 | D | Premier League | Sep 21, 2025 |
Sunderland vs Everton Head to Head
Sunderland and Everton’s rivalry dates back to the 1890-91 First Division season, with 184 clashes giving the Toffees a slight advantage. Their last encounter was in September 2017, where Everton triumphed 3-0 in an EFL Cup third-round match, highlighted by a Dominic Calvert-Lewin brace.
Sunderland vs Everton All-Time H2H Record
| Played | Sunderland Wins | Draws | Everton Wins | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Meetings | 184 | 71 | 30 | 83 |
| Goals For | 265 | 291 | ||
| Goals Against | 291 | 265 |
Recent Head-to-Head (Last 5 Since 2015)
| Played | Sunderland Wins | Draws | Everton Wins | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last 5 Meetings | 5 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Goals For | 4 | 8 | ||
| Goals Against | 8 | 4 |
Everton’s recent dominance is stark, winning three of the last five encounters, including comprehensive victories in Sunderland’s relegation season of 2016-17 when they triumphed 3-0 away and 2-0 at Goodison Park before signing goalkeeper Jordan Pickford.
Sunderland’s most notable recent win was a 3-0 home victory in May 2016, although Everton had earlier crushed them 6-2 at Goodison Park in November 2015, highlighted by an Arouna Kone hat-trick.
Sunderland also faced a dreadful 19-match winless run in this fixture from January 2002 to November 2012, enduring 14 losses, including a devastating 7-1 defeat against David Moyes’ Everton in 2007.
Current Team News
Sunderland Team News: Regis Le Bris welcomes back key midfielder Habib Diarra from suspension, providing a significant boost to Sunderland’s engine room.
The French midfielder’s return addresses one of the few concerns facing the manager, though Dennis Cirkin remains sidelined with injury.
Goalkeeper Anthony Patterson continues between the posts, while the defensive partnership of Luke O’Nien and Dan Ballard has been instrumental in keeping four clean sheets in nine matches.
Young starlet Jobe Bellingham (brother of Real Madrid’s Jude) has been a revelation in midfield with two goals and an assist, showcasing maturity beyond his years.
Striker Wilson Isidor leads the line with two goals this season and is expected to continue his partnership with attacking midfielder Romaine Mundle.
The Black Cats remain unbeaten at home this season with three wins and one draw from four matches, conceding just two goals at the Stadium of Light.
Everton Team News: David Moyes faces selection dilemmas after consecutive defeats exposed defensive frailties. Goalkeeper Jordan Pickford returns to his former club where he endured relegation in 2017, adding emotional layers to his performance.
The defensive unit of Jake O’Brien, James Tarkowski, Michael Keane, and Vitaliy Mykolenko must improve after conceding five goals in two matches without reply.
Midfield maestro Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall provides creativity alongside James Garner and Idrissa Gueye, though the trio struggled to assert control against Tottenham’s intensity. Forward Iliman Ndiaye offers pace and trickery, while Beto and Jack Harrison (potentially Jack Grealish if available) compete for attacking roles.
Everton’s away record remains deeply concerning – just one victory in four road trips, three defeats, zero clean sheets, and only two goals scored.
Sunderland vs Everton Current Possible Starting Lineups
Sunderland Predicted XI (4-3-3):
Everton Predicted XI (4-3-3):
- Pickford; O’Brien, Tarkowski, Keane, Mykolenko; Garner, Gueye, Dewsbury-Hall; Ndiaye, Beto, Harrison
Key Players
Sunderland Key Players:
- Wilson Isidor: A top-performing striker with two goals, known for speed and sharp finishing skills.
- Anthony Patterson: A dependable goalkeeper with four clean sheets and only seven goals conceded in nine matches.
- Luke O’Nien: A versatile defender and leader anchoring Sunderland’s impressive backline.
Everton Key Players:
- Jordan Pickford: England’s number one returns to his former club seeking redemption after the 2017 relegation.
- Iliman Ndiaye: Creative forward providing pace and dribbling ability in attacking transitions.
- James Tarkowski: Experienced center-back must marshal defense after recent collapses.
- Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall: Midfield playmaker tasked with unlocking Sunderland’s organized defense
Sunderland vs Everton Match Prediction
This Sunderland vs Everton encounter presents a fascinating contrast in momentum and confidence, with Sunderland’s infectious belief colliding with Everton’s fragile mentality.
The Black Cats’ unbeaten home record, with 10 points out of a possible 12, creates a strong psychological edge, especially with the electric atmosphere of a Monday night crowd under the lights at the Stadium of Light.
- Predicted Score: Sunderland 2-1 Everton
Key Statistical Insights:
- Sunderland remain 100% in scoring at home, finding the net in all four Stadium of Light fixtures while conceding just twice.
- Everton have lost three of four away matches, failing to score in half of their road trips and conceding in all four.
- The last five meetings featured over 2.5 goals, suggesting an open, attacking encounter.
- Sunderland have fallen behind in five of nine Premier League matches but demonstrated resilience to recover points.
Everton’s historical dominance in this fixture (83 wins vs 71) cannot be ignored, yet their current form trajectory suggests vulnerability.
The Toffees haven’t lost three consecutive league matches under Moyes since October 2011, and their manager’s intimate knowledge of Wearside provides tactical insight.
However, Sunderland’s youthful exuberance, home advantage, and recent victory over Chelsea demonstrate they possess the quality to overcome higher-ranked opposition.
Where to Watch Sunderland vs Everton
| Country | TV Broadcasting |
|---|---|
| United States: | TV: USA Network Streaming: NBC.com, Peacock, Fubo, DirecTV Stream Time: 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT |
| United Kingdom: | TV: Sky Sports Main Event, Sky Sports Premier League, Sky Sports Ultra HDR Streaming: Sky Go, NOW TV Time: 8:00 PM GMT |
| Canada: | TV: beIN Sports Network Canada Streaming: fuboTV Canada Time: 3:00 PM EST / 12:00 PM PST |
| Australia: | Streaming: Stan Sport Time: 7:00 AM AEDT (Tuesday morning) |
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