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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming Premier League clash between Sunderland and Burnley is set for 02.02.2026 at 20:00. Here you’ll find everything about confirmed lineups, tactical approaches, and recent performances leading into one of the most anticipated fixtures in England.
Pre-Match Overview
Both clubs come into this Premier League encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Sunderland, currently sitting 9 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Burnley, positioned 19, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 02.02.2026
- Kickoff: 20:00
- Favorite: Sunderland
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 23.08.2025, finishing Burnley 2-0 Sunderland.
Sunderland Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Sunderland squad has been dominant at home throughout the Premier League 2026 campaign.
Fans searching for the Sunderland lineup today or Sunderland starting XI can find it on this page.
The manager’s choices this week will likely focus on:
- Maintaining defensive stability after recent fixtures
- Enhancing midfield control and quick transitions
- Maximizing forward efficiency in the final third
Recent Sunderland home performances:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Sunderland vs Crystal Palace 2 - 1 10.01.2026 Everton vs Sunderland 1 - 1 07.01.2026 Brentford vs Sunderland 3 - 0
Burnley Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Burnley have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s Premier League game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: 19
- Recent head-to-head record: Burnley 2-0 Sunderland
- Wins this season over Sunderland: 4
Recent away match stats for Burnley:
Date Event Score 17.01.2026 Liverpool vs Burnley 1 - 1 10.01.2026 Burnley vs Millwall 5 - 1 07.01.2026 Burnley vs Manchester United 2 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 24.01.2026, odds point to Sunderland as the likely winner, but English football rarely follows the script. Weather, intensity, and tactical precision will all influence the result.
The confirmed Sunderland and Burnley lineups for the Premier League 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
