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Sunderland AFC vs. Plymouth Argyle Match Preview: 25th January 2025
This afternoon, Sunderland AFC welcomes Plymouth Argyle to the Stadium of Light for a crucial Championship encounter. Sunderland aims to bolster their promotion aspirations, while Plymouth is determined to secure points to aid their fight against relegation.
Match Details
- Date: Saturday, 25th January 2025
- Kick-off Time: 3:00 PM GMT
- Venue: Stadium of Light, Sunderland
- Broadcast Information: Available on Sky Sports Football and Sky Go in the UK
Head-to-Head Analysis
Historically, Sunderland and Plymouth Argyle have faced each other multiple times across various competitions.
| Competition |
Games Played |
Sunderland Wins |
Plymouth Argyle Wins |
Draws |
| All Competitions |
36 |
20 |
11 |
5 |
Notably, their last meeting on 14th September 2024 saw Plymouth Argyle secure a 3-2 victory at Home Park.
Current League Positions
- Sunderland AFC: Currently positioned 4th in the Championship, Sunderland is looking to solidify their place in the promotion playoffs.
- Plymouth Argyle: Sitting at 24th, Plymouth is eager to gain points to move out of the relegation zone.
Team News
Sunderland AFC:
- Defender Aji Alese remains sidelined due to a long-term injury.
- Manager Régis Le Bris is expected to field an attacking lineup, with midfielder Enzo Le Fée playing a pivotal role.
Plymouth Argyle:
- Manager: Recently appointed head coach Miron Muslic will be leading the team.
- Striker Andre Gray is unavailable due to pending international clearance.
- Muslic may adopt a defensive approach, aiming to capitalize on counter-attacks.
Key Battles
- Midfield Control: The duel between Sunderland's Dan Neil and Plymouth's Adam Randell will be crucial in dictating the game's tempo.
- Defensive Vigilance: Plymouth's defense must be alert to Sunderland's forward Wilson Isidor, who has been in fine form this season.
Form Guide
| Team |
Last 5 Matches |
| Sunderland AFC |
W 1-0 vs Derby County, D 0-0 vs. Burnley, L 1-2 vs. Stocke City (FA Cup 3rd Round), W 1-0 vs. Portsmouth, W 2-1 vs. Sheffield United |
| Plymouth Argyle |
L 0-5 vs. Burnley, L 0-1 vs. QPR, D 1-1 vs. Oxford United, W 1-0 vs Brentford (FA Cup 3rd Round), D 0-0 vs. Stoke City |
