Liverpool supporters have sung Jota’s song in the 20th minute of every match this season and the tribute will certainly carry more weight against the Black Cats considering the circumstances.
Sunderland, meanwhile, staged a stunning comeback against Bournemouth at the weekend to sit one place and one point ahead of the Reds in the Premier League table.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game…
Date, kick-off time and venue
Liverpool vs Sunderland is scheduled for a 8.15pm GMT kick-off on Wednesday, December 3, 2025.
The match will take place at Anfield.
Where to watch Liverpool vs Sunderland
TV channel: In the UK, the game will be televised live on Sky Sports. Coverage starts at 6.30pm GMT on Sky Sports Football ahead of kick-off at 8.15pm.
Live stream: Sky Sports subscribers can also catch the contest live online via the Sky Go app.
Live blog: You can follow all the action on matchday via Standard Sport’s live blog!
Free highlights: The Sky Sports app and YouTube channel will show highlights shortly after the final whistle with Match of the Day broadcasting on BBC One at 10.40pm GMT.
Liverpool vs Sunderland team news
Arne Slot has a big decision to make on whether to change a winning formula. Joe Gomez got the nod at right-back against West Ham which made Liverpool more resolute defensively.
The Egypt international could return here, while Milos Kerkez is fine despite being replaced by Robertson late on in the win over the Hammers.
As for Sunderland, Habib Diarra remains unavailable for selection after undergoing groin surgery.
Mohamed Salah could return for Liverpool against Sunderland
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Liverpool vs Sunderland prediction
Despite the win over West Ham, the jury is still out as to whether Liverpool are back or if it’s another false dawn.
However, we think Liverpool will just have enough to claim all three points.
Head to head (h2h) history and results
Sunderland’s long absence from the Premier League means this is the first meeting between the two sides since January 2017. Liverpool have not lost to the Black Cats since March 2012.
Liverpool vs Sunderland match odds
Odds via Betfair (subject to change).
