Probable Lineups

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Probable Lineups Statistical Comparison

(51) 39 Goals 28 (48)
(34) 23 Assists 16 (34)
(6.5) 6.8 Average Ratings 6.7 (6.4)
23.7 Average Age 28.1
181.5 Average Height (cm) 181.1
(0.9) 1 Shots pg 0.8 (0.7)
(48%) 51% Aerial Duel Success 53% (51%)
(0.8) 0.6 Dribbles pg 0.5 (0.5)
(1.4) 1.1 Tackles pg 1 (1.4)
* Values in brackets (x) are overall player statistics in Championship.

Missing Players

Sunderland
Cardiff
Player Reason Status Rating
Corry Evans Out 6.17
Jay Matete Out N/A
Aji Alese Out 6.45
Pierre Ekwah Out 6.68
Bradley Dack Out 6.47
Dennis Cirkin Out 6.56
Player Reason Status Rating
Josh Bowler Out 6.52
Callum O'Dowda Out 6.51

Team News

Sunderland
Cardiff
  • Tony Mowbray could make one change to the side that beat Blackburn in midweek with Adil Aouchiche making his full league debut.
  • New signing Nazarii Rusyn still hasn't been given clearance to make his Sunderland debut after joining from Zorya Luhansk.
  • Aaron Ramsey was rested by Erol Bulut in midweek and the Welsh international will return to the starting XI on Sunday.
  • One further change is expected from the visitors with Yakou Meite pushing for a start up top.

Prediction

  • Sunderland came out firing in the second half against Blackburn in midweek with Daniel Neil putting the Black Cats ahead a mere minute after the restart. Sunday's hosts went on to win 3-1 on their visit to Ewood Park, making it three wins on the spin for Tony Mowbray's men.
  • Cardiff responded perfectly after being pegged back by Matt Godden before half-time on Tuesday night, scoring twice in the second half to see out a 3-2 home win. The Bluebirds are clicking into gear under new manager Erol Bulut, winning three of their last four league games ahead of their trip to the Stadium of Light.
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