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Burnley vs Sunderland Predicted Lineups: Exclusive Preview, Latest Team News, Predictions, Betting, Livestream, Premier League 2025/26 Gameweek 2

By Yazad Bagli
August 20, 2025

Football Fans eagerly anticipate numerous matches around the globe, particularly those held in the Premier League. We at The Football Yeller are here to cover the Burnley vs Sunderland Predicted Lineups for the Premier League 2025/26 Gameweek 2 matchup that will take place on Saturday, 23rd August 2025, at the Turf Moor, in Burnley, Lancashire, England.

Burnley vs Sunderland Predicted Lineups. Image Credits: NDTV.

Burnley vs Sunderland Preview

Burnley has defeated Sunderland 4-1 in December 2016 and is undefeated in their last three Premier League home games (W2 D1). In six of their previous eight league encounters with Burnley, including the last three straight, Sunderland has maintained a clean sheet.

But in the other two games in this run, they have given up precisely four goals. In seven of Burnley’s nine seasons in the Premier League, they have lost their opening home game of the season (W2); in the other two, they have defeated Southampton in 2019–20 and Manchester United in 2009–10.

Since defeating Bolton Wanderers 1-0 in August 2009, Sunderland has lost all 24 of its away Premier League games in August and September (D12 L12). In one Premier League game in 2025–26 (3/16), Burnley has already given up 19% of the league goals they gave up in 2024–25.

Since a 2-0 victory against Fulham in December 2023, the Clarets have gone 21 straight Premier League games without keeping a clean sheet.

Burnley vs Sunderland Predicted Lineups. Image Credits: Sky Sports.

Going into this Premier League matchup, Burnley has a win probability of 25%, whereas Sunderland has a win probability of 40%, and the possibility of A Draw is 35%

Now let’s look at the Burnley vs Sunderland Team News:-

Below is Burnley’s Official Premier League Squad:

Goalkeepers: Martin Dubravka, Max Weiss, Vaclav Hladky, and Etienne Green.

Defenders: Kyle Walker, Connor Roberts, Oliver Sonne, Shurandy Sambo, Hjalmar Ekdal, Jordan Beyer, Joe Worrall, Axel Tuanzebe, Maxime Esteve, Hannes Delcroix, Quilindschy Hartman, Bashir Humphreys, and Lucas Pires.

Midfielders: Josh Cullen, Lesley Ugochukwu, Josh Laurent, Loum Tchaouna, Hannibal Mejbri, Aaron Ramsey, Jaidon Anthony, and Manuel Benson.

Forwards: Armando Broja, Zian Flemming, Lyle Foster, Ashley Barnes, Jacob Bruun Larsen, Zeki Amdouni, Luca Koleosho, Mike Tresor, Darko Churlinov, and Marcus Edwards.

The Following Players might be Injured/Unavailable for this Match at present:

Jordan Beyer, Bashir Humphreys, Zian Flemming, Zeki Amdouni and Manuel Benson.

Burnley vs Sunderland Predicted Lineups. Image Credits: Getty Images.

Below is Sunderland’s Official Premier League Squad:

Goalkeepers: Anthony Patterson, Robin Roefs, Blondy Nna Noukeu, and Simon Moore.

Defenders: Trai Hume, Timothee Pembele, Niall Huggins, Dan Ballard, Nectarios Triantis, Jenson Seelt, Luke O’Nien, Aji Alese, Leo Hjelde, Reinildo Mandava, Dennis Cirkin, Arthur Masuaku, Omar Alderete and Nordi Mukiele.

Midfielders: Dan Neil, Chris Rigg, Alan Browne, Abdoullah Ba, Habib Diarra, Noah Sadiki, Jay Matete, Granit Xhaka, Pierre Ekwah, Patrick Roberts, Harrison Jones, and Enzo Le Fee.

Forwards: Simon Adingra, Romaine Mundle, Milan Aleksic, Eliezer Mayenda, Marc Guiu, Wilson Isidor, Nazariy Rusyn, Luis Semedo, Ian Poveda, Abdoullah Ba, and Chemsdine Talbi.

The Following Players might be Injured/Unavailable for this Match at present:

Romaine Mundle, Aji Alese, Jenson Seelt, Luke O’Nien, Leo Hjelde, and Dennis Cirkin.

**Burnley vs Sunderland *Betting***

If you’re into football betting, it might be worth considering a bet on Sunderland to win. While the match could turn out to be close and competitive, Sunderland may have the edge—especially if they’re up against a side like Burnley, whose defence can be tested. Given the potential value, backing Sunderland could be a smart option.

If you’re feeling adventurous and looking to boost your potential payout, you might consider riskier outcomes like a draw or even a win for Burnley. Football is unpredictable, and on a good day, Burnley could spring a surprise. Just keep in mind that higher risk comes with higher uncertainty.

Burnley vs Sunderland Predicted Lineups. Image Credits: Goal.

Burnley vs Sunderland Livestream

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