Date: Saturday, October 4, 2025
Venue: Old Trafford
Competition: Premier League
π Form, Team News & Context
Manchester United are hosting Sunderland this Saturday, looking to bounce back after a disappointing 3β1 loss away at Brentford last weekend. Their performances this season have been inconsistent, having dropped points in several key matches. Meanwhile, newly promoted Sunderland have been making waves, securing an impressive 1β0 away win over Nottingham Forest in their most recent outing.
Unitedβs campaign has seen them win just two matches in the Premier League so far, and the pressure is mounting. Sunderland, in contrast, are unbeaten in four of their opening six, showing they have momentum heading into this challenging fixture at Old Trafford.
π‘οΈ Expected Lineups & Injuries
Manchester United (possible 3-4-2-1):
Lammens; Shaw, Maguire, de Ligt; Dorgu, Ugarte, Fernandes, Dalot; Mbeumo, Cunha; Sesko
Injuries and absences may impact Unitedβs setup: MartΓnez is unavailable, Dalot is doubtful, while Diallo might return to the fold after missing the previous match. Casemiro is back from suspension, which could provide a boost in midfield stability.
Sunderland (possible 4-3-3):
Roefs; Masuaku, Alderete, Mukiele, Hume; Xhaka, Rigg, Sadiki; L. FΓ©e, Isidor, Talbi
They will be without several players due to injury and suspension, including Hjelde, Mundle, Alese, O’Nien, Cirkin, and Diarra. Mandava is suspended for the fixture.
π― Prediction & Betting Insight
Given the current form and home advantage, United will be favorites to get a result. However, their inconsistency means nothing is guaranteed. One interesting statistical note: recent United games often feature over 2.5 goals, while Sunderlandβs matches have leaned toward under 2.5 goals outcomes.
Our estimated scoreline: Manchester United 1β1 Sunderland
Bet Builder Tip (6/1):
- Wilson Isidor to have β₯1 shot on target
- Isidor to commit β₯1 foul
- Noah Sadiki to register β₯1 shot
These suggestions are drawn from recent trends β Isidor has had multiple matches with a shot on target, and Sadiki has done likewise in two of his last three starts.