The Manchester United vs Sunderland clash should be a highly eventful game on Matchday 7 of the 2025/26 Premier League campaign as the Red Devils are eager to get back to winning ways when they face the rejuvenated Black Cats at Old Trafford on Saturday, 4 October.
Manchester United have at least performed pretty well in their home matches in the ongoing campaign, having been able to win their last two matches at Old Trafford.
With that being said, they’re now hosting an unpredictable and confident Sunderland side, who are flying high on momentum and ready to pour more misery in this upcoming Manchester United vs Sunderland match, which should be a highly entertaining watch.
Match Details
Old Trafford
Manchester, England
4 October
Kick-Off Time: 15:00 PM BST
Manchester United Eager To Regain Winning Momentum Against Resilient Black Cats
For Manchester United, there is a need to bring some sort of consistency in getting wins for them to be able to keep Ruben Amorim in his position as the head coach. Amorim continues to face speculation over his future as the Red Devils have lost four of their seven matches in the ongoing campaign across all competitions.
The Red Devils are lingering in the 14th position in the Premier League table and are in desperate need of getting back to winning ways.
Even though they are determined to regain a winning momentum, that won’t be easy at all against this gritty Sunderland side. The Black Cats might not be the most exciting team in the Premier League, but they’ve proven their efficiency by winning three of their six matches so far and being in the top-5 in the league table!
Sunderland, who have kept two clean sheets in their last four games, aim to maintain their sturdy defensive nature to frustrate the Red Devils and trouble them on counter-attacks and set pieces.
Can the Old Trafford Crowd Elevate Manchester United’s Form?
Manchester United might have lost three of their four away games in the 2025/26 campaign so far, but they have actually been very entertaining to watch at Old Trafford. They have won two of their three home matches in the league so far, which included thrilling victories over Chelsea and Burnley!
The crowd will be playing a crucial role in ensuring the Red Devils’ players are rejuvenated and are able to get back to winning ways. Manchester United have scored five goals in their last two home games, and the energetic support from the crowd helps improve the performances of many players.
Bruno Fernandes, who missed a penalty against Brentford, will be eager to repay the fans with a promising performance against Sunderland and try to get back among the goals. Benjamin Sesko, who scored his first goal for the Red Devils in their loss to Brentford, aims to build on his goalscoring efficiency, and Matheus Cunha continues to search for his first goal for his new club.
Could Wilson Isidor Be Sunderland’s Match-Winning Hero Again?
Sunderland forward Wilson Isidor has been a surprise package of the ongoing Premier League campaign, producing some highly efficient performances for the Black Cats.
Isidor has scored three goals in six league games so far, but all his goals have come at the Stadium of Light! It’s time that the 25-year-old proves that he can score in the tough away matches as well.
Isidor is a smart centre-forward who is able to sniff out chances and get the ball in promising positions, which allows him cleaner shots at goal. He will need to be smart with his off-the-ball movement to trouble Man United’s defensive shape and elevate Sunderland’s chances of getting a win.
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Manchester United vs Sunderland Injuries
Manchester United injuries: Lisandro Martinez, Noussair Mazraoui
Sunderland injuries: Maouhamadou Diarra, Leo Hjelde, Reinaldo, Romaine Mundle, Dennis Cirkin
Manchester United vs Sunderland Predicted Lineups
Knowing the importance of a win for both sides, Ruben Amorim and Regis Le Bris will both be determined to field their strongest XI for the clash. Here, we look at the Manchester United vs Sunderland predicted lineups:
Manchester United predicted XI: Senne Lammens (GK), Leny Yoro, Matthijs de Ligt, Luke Shaw, Diogo Dalot, Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, Patrick Dorgu, Bryan Mbeumo, Mason Mount, Benjamin Sesko
Sunderland predicted XI: Robin Roefs (GK), Trai Hume, Nordi Mukiele, Omar Alderete, Arthur Masuaku, Granit Xhaka, Noah Sadiki, Bertrand Traore, Chemsdine Talbi, Enzo Le Fee, Wilson Isidor
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Credit: IMAGO / Sportimage
Recording Date: 27.09.2025