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English football fans are always eager to see who makes the starting XI.
The upcoming FA Cup clash between Sunderland and Everton is set for 10.01.2026 at 12:15. 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 FA Cup encounter with contrasting form and ambitions.
Sunderland, currently sitting - in the standings, will look to secure valuable home points, while Everton, positioned -, aim to continue their climb up the FA Cup table.
Key match info:
- Country: England
- Date: 10.01.2026
- Kickoff: 12:15
- Favorite: Sunderland
This fixture has a rich history — the sides last met on 03.11.2025, finishing Sunderland 1-1 Everton.
Sunderland Starting XI and Tactical Notes
The Sunderland squad has been dominant at home throughout the FA Cup 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
Everton Confirmed Lineup
The visitors Everton have been unpredictable this season but remain dangerous against top sides.
Their confirmed lineup for today’s FA Cup game will soon be announced on this page.
Performance overview:
- League standing: -
- Recent head-to-head record: Sunderland 1-1 Everton
- Wins this season over Sunderland: 1
Recent away match stats for Everton:
Date Event Score 07.01.2026 Everton vs Wolverhampton Wanderers 1 - 1 04.01.2026 Everton vs Brentford 2 - 4 30.12.2025 Nottingham Forest vs Everton 0 - 2
Prediction and Final Word
As of 08.01.2026, 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 Everton lineups for the FA Cup 2026 season will be updated here once available — stay tuned for the latest lineup news, formations, and player performances.
