Manchester City seeking three victories in a row as Sunderland visits.

Manchester City vs. Sunderland kicks off at 15:00 [GMT] on Saturday, December 6, at the Etihad.

Manchester City [WWLWW] and Sunderland meet this Saturday at the Etihad Stadium in the Premier League. City have 28 points while sitting 2nd in the table after a dramatic 4–5 victory over Fulham in their most recent outing. Across all competitions, the two clubs have met 146 times, with City holding the upper hand through 70 wins compared to Sunderland’s 50 victories. When the clash takes place in Manchester, the disparity becomes more pronounced. At the Etihad Stadium, City have recorded 47 wins in 73 meetings, while Sunderland have claimed 12 victories on this ground. In English league play specifically, 126 meetings have taken place, and City again lead, with 62 wins, alongside 43 victories for Sunderland and 21 draws. Current form figures add further context to the encounter. Manchester City come into this match on a run of two straight victories and have lost only once across their last nine home games. Looking at a larger sample, City have been defeated just three times in their last 18 matches in all competitions. They have drawn only once in their last 15 games; however, they have also conceded in four consecutive matches, highlighting a defensive trend that contrasts with their strong results. The sideline matchup includes a brief but noteworthy managerial history. Pep Guardiola has faced Sunderland twice previously, and Manchester City won both encounters. He will be looking to pick up another victory here once again. A 4—2—3—1 formation with Haaland in attack is expected.

Sunderland, in 6th place with 23 points, arrive following a 1–1 draw against Liverpool, a result that added to their growing run of competitive displays early in the season. Sunderland approach the fixture with their own mix of positives and vulnerabilities. They have just one loss in their last seven games, and they are currently two matches unbeaten. Yet their defensive record shows a consistent pattern: Sunderland have conceded in six straight matches overall. Away from home, they have allowed goals in four consecutive games and are without a win in their last two away fixtures. Despite these numbers, Sunderland’s league position illustrates a competitive and resilient start, contributing to their presence among the top six teams. The most recent meeting between the clubs ended in a 2–0 win for Manchester City, aligning with the long-term trend of City success in this matchup. A 5—4—1 formation with Brobery in attack may be seen against the Sky Blues.