Manchester City travel to the Stadium of Light to face Sunderland on Thursday, January 1, 2026, as part of Matchday 19 of the 2025–26 Premier League season.
The Cityzens enter the new year in a strong position, currently sitting second in the league with 40 points, just two points behind leaders Arsenal.
Pep Guardiola’s side has been in imperious form, recently securing a dominant 3-0 victory over West Ham and a thrilling 5-4 win against Fulham. With Erling Haaland leading the scoring charts with 19 goals, City’s attacking threat remains the most feared in the division.
The team’s focus is on maintaining pressure at the top of the table as they navigate a busy January schedule that includes high-profile clashes against Chelsea and Manchester United.
Sunderland, the hosts, have been one of the season’s surprise packages. Sitting seventh with 28 points, they have proven to be a difficult side to beat at home.
Despite being labeled as underdogs, the Black Cats have shown tactical discipline and a high-energy style that has frustrated several “Big Six” teams this year. They will be looking to capitalize on any signs of fatigue from the visitors during the grueling festive period.
This match is expected to be a tactical game of chess. While Manchester City will look to monopolize possession and utilize their technical superiority, Sunderland will likely rely on a deep defensive block and the vocal support of their home crowd to launch swift counter-attacks.
How to Watch Sunderland Vs Manchester City Live
TV Broadcast:
- United Kingdom: Sky Sports Main Event / Sky Sports Premier League
- Coverage starts from 7:30 PM GMT (Kick-off at 8:00 PM).
- Subscribers can watch in Ultra HDR via Sky Sports UHD for the highest picture quality.
- United States: USA Network / Universo (Spanish)
- Kick-off at 3:00 PM ET / 12:00 PM PT.
Online Streaming:
- Sky Go: Available for UK subscribers on mobile, tablet, and laptop devices.
- NOW: A Sports Membership (Day or Month) provides access for those without a long-term contract.
- Peacock: Premium subscribers in the US can stream the match live with full pre-match and post-match analysis.
Radio Broadcast:
- TalkSport: Providing live national radio commentary across the UK.
- City+: Manchester City’s official subscription service offers live audio commentary and a full match replay available shortly after the final whistle.
