Is Sunderland vs Man City on TV? Live stream details and kick-off time

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Manchester City are targeting their second win over Sunderland in less than a month as they look to keep up the pressure on Arsenal at the top of the Premier League

Pep Guardiola is looking to get the better of Regis Le Bris once more after Manchester City beat Sunderland 3-0 at home last month(Image: Getty Images)

Everything you need to know about Sunderland vs Man City in the Premier League

1. Match Information: The Premier League clash is scheduled to kick off at 8pm on Thursday (New Year's Day). This fixture will take place at the Stadium of Light.
2. UK TV Coverage: Fans in the United Kingdom can watch the game live on Sky Sports Main Event and Sky Sports Ultra HDR. The broadcast will provide comprehensive pre-match analysis and expert commentary throughout the evening.
3. Live Stream Options: Supporters can stream the action online via the Sky Go app on mobile devices or tablets. Alternatively, the match is available to watch with a NOW TV Sports Membership for those without a traditional satellite subscription.
4. Last Meeting: These two teams last met on December 6, 2025, when City secured a dominant 3-0 victory at the Etihad Stadium. Goals from Ruben Dias, Josko Gvardiol and Phil Foden sealed the points during that encounter.
5. Manchester City Team News: Pep Guardiola’s side enter the new year with playmaker Rayan Cherki in exceptional form following his standout performance in their last meeting. Foden also remains a key threat, having scored five goals in a single week during the December period.
6. Sunderland Team News: The Black Cats are captained by former Arsenal midfielder Granit Xhaka, who has become a focal point of their midfield since joining from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer. Luke O'Nien is back available after he was shown a straight red card in their previous encounter, though six Sunderland players are away at the Africa Cup of Nations.
7. League Standings Context: City currently sit second in the Premier League with 40 points, trailing leaders Arsenal by just five points after the Gunners hammered Aston Villa on Tuesday. Sunderland hold a strong seventh position with 28 points and remain one of only two teams still unbeaten at home this season.
8. Key Players to Watch: Erling Haaland is dominating the race for the Premier League's Golden Boot on 19 goals, with four finishes across his last three league outings. Wilson Isidor is Sunderland's top scorer on four goals, while summer signing Brian Brobbey is hoping to build on his return of two goals from only four starts.
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