Sunderland Fall to Liverpool in US Friendly, 4-2
Sunderland's first US friendly of the season ended in a 4-2 defeat to Liverpool, with the Black Cats struggling to find their footing against the Reds.
What Happened?
The match saw Liverpool take an early lead, with Sunderland fighting back to level the score. However, the Reds' superior firepower proved too much for the Black Cats, as they scored three more goals to seal the win.
Why it Matters for Sunderland
The loss is a setback for Sunderland, who are still looking to find their footing in the new season. With a tough schedule ahead, the Black Cats will need to regroup and refocus if they hope to climb the league table.
What Comes Next?
Sunderland's next fixture is against Leeds at home on July 30, where they will look to bounce back from this defeat. With a 3-game winning streak coming to an end, the Black Cats will be eager to get back to winning ways.
Sunderland currently sit 7th in the Premier League table, with 54 points from 38 games. They have scored 42 goals and conceded 48, with a recent form of 3W-2D-0L. Their last result was a 2-1 win over Chelsea on May 24, and they are on a 3-game winning run.
The Black Cats will be looking to build on this momentum as they take on Leeds in their next fixture. With a strong squad and a determined manager, Sunderland are capable of achieving great things this season.
Recent Form
Sunderland's recent form has been impressive, with 3 wins and 2 draws in their last 5 matches. They have been on a 3-game winning streak, with their last loss coming in April. With this momentum behind them, the Black Cats will be confident of taking on Leeds and coming out on top.
Next Fixture
Sunderland's next fixture is against Leeds at home on July 30. The match is expected to be a tough one, but the Black Cats are confident of coming out on top. With a strong squad and a determined manager, Sunderland are capable of achieving great things this season.
League standing (final 2025 table -- new season not yet under way): 7th in Premier League, 54 pts, 14W-12D-12L from 38 games, recent form WWDDL. Goals this season: 42 scored, 48 conceded (-6 goal difference). Last result: Sunderland 2-1 Chelsea (2026-05-24). Recent form (last 5): 3W-2D-0L (WWWDD, most recent first); on a 3-game winning run. Next fixture: vs Leeds (at home, 2026-07-30).
