Sunderland is currently in 11th place in the Premier League.
Sunderland last avoided defeat against Tottenham Hotspur in 2009.
Sunderland is six points adrift of the Champions League positions.
Sunderland faces Tottenham Hotspur today, seeking consecutive Premier League wins after a recent 2â1 victory over Newcastle. They aim to avoid defeat against Spurs for the first time since 2009, currently sitting six points from Champions League spots.
Sunderland XI vs Spurs â Predicted lineup and team news
Sunderland host Tottenham Hotspur today, aiming to secure back-to-back Premier League victories.
The Black Cats moved to 11th place after their dramatic 2â1 derby win at Newcastle. Manager Regis Le Bris oversaw a vital defensive performance to secure all three points. Sunderland are looking to avoid defeat in both meetings with Spurs for the first time since 2009. They currently sit just six points adrift of the Champions League positions.
Regis Le Bris receives a major boost with the return of his first-choice goalkeeper. Robin Roefs has recovered from a hamstring injury and is in contention to start. Accordingly, he should replace Melker Ellborg despite the Swedeâs recent heroics.
Notably, Enzo Le FĂ©e and Nordi Mukiele are also fit to feature from the first whistle. Dan Ballard and NĂlson Angulo remain unavailable for todayâs clash. Lutsharel Geertruida will start in defence following his excellent performance at St Jamesâ Park. In midfield, Granit Xhaka provides the necessary experience alongside Noah Sadiki.
Young attacker Chemsdine Talbi starts after scoring four goals already this season. Only Danny Welbeck has scored more as a teenager for Sunderland in a single campaign. The hosts must overcome three straight home defeats to stun Spurs today.
Sunderland Predicted XI (4-3-3): Roefs; Geertruida, OâNien, Alderete, Hume; Sadiki, Xhaka, Diarra; Rigg, Brobbey, Talbi
The Premier League fixture at the Stadium of Light begins today at 14:00 BST.
The match will be broadcast live in the UK on Sky Sports Main Event. Coverage begins at 13:00 BST.
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