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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 Crystal Palace is set for 17.01.2026 at 15:00. 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 8 in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Crystal Palace, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the Premier League table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 17.01.2026
- Kickoff: 15:00
- Favorite: Crystal Palace
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 13.09.2025, finishing Crystal Palace 0-0 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 07.01.2026 Brentford vs Sunderland 3 - 0 04.01.2026 Tottenham Hotspur vs Sunderland 1 - 1 01.01.2026 Sunderland vs Manchester City 0 - 0
Crystal Palace Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Crystal Palace 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: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Crystal Palace 0-0 Sunderland
- Wins this season over Sunderland: 1
Recent away match stats for Crystal Palace:
Date Event Score 07.01.2026 Crystal Palace vs Aston Villa 0 - 0 04.01.2026 Newcastle United vs Crystal Palace 2 - 0 01.01.2026 Crystal Palace vs Fulham 1 - 1
Prediction and Final Word
As of 08.01.2026, odds point to Crystal Palace 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 Crystal Palace lineups for the Premier League 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
