The Premier League keeps delivering, and this one has all the ingredients of a fascinating Sunday clash. Tottenham Hotspur host Sunderland at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, January 4, 2026 (8:30 PM IST / 3:00 PM GMT) — a battle between a Spurs side grinding through a tough winter and a Sunderland outfit punching well above their newly promoted weight. Here’s everything you need to know.
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Tottenham Hotspur vs Sunderland Match Info at a Glance
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Match | Tottenham Hotspur vs Sunderland |
| Competition | Premier League |
| Date & Time | January 4, 2026 – 8:30 PM IST |
| Venue | Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London |
| Spurs Recent Form | W-D-W-D-W (4 pts from last 9) |
| Sunderland Recent Form | D vs Man City (0-0) |
Team News & Injuries
Tottenham are dealing with a notable absentee list heading into this fixture. Dejan Kulusevski, James Maddison, and Destiny Udogie all remain sidelined. Dominic Solanke is back in training but this match comes too soon. Xavi Simons serves the last game of his suspension, while Lucas Bergvall is doubtful. Pape Matar Sarr and Yves Bissouma are away at AFCON. On the brighter side, Richarlison, Micky van de Ven, Kevin Danso, Pedro Porro, and Rodrigo Bentancur are all available.
Sunderland are missing six players due to AFCON duties, but a potential return of defender Dan Ballard from injury would be a significant lift for Regis Le Bris’s side.
| Team | Key Absentees |
|---|---|
| Tottenham | Kulusevski, Maddison, Udogie, Simons (susp.), Sarr, Bissouma (AFCON) |
| Sunderland | 6 players at AFCON; Ballard (doubtful) |
For the latest squad updates, visit the official Tottenham Hotspur website and the official Sunderland AFC website.
Context & Form
Spurs have been solid if unspectacular through the festive period — picking up four points from Liverpool, Crystal Palace, and Brentford while keeping two clean sheets. Resilience over flair has been their theme.
Sunderland, meanwhile, pulled off a disciplined 0-0 draw against Manchester City to open 2026 — a result that underlines their top-half credentials and organized defensive structure under Le Bris.
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How to Watch Tottenham vs Sunderland
| Region | Broadcast |
|---|---|
| UK | Sky Sports Football (coverage from 2 PM GMT) / Sky Go app |
| India | Star Sports / Disney+ Hotstar |
| USA | NBC Sports / Peacock |
| Live Updates | BBC Sport / Yahoo Sports |
Our Prediction
Sunderland showed tremendous heart against City, but back-to-back demanding fixtures could sap their intensity. Spurs, returning to their own fortress and with enough firepower despite the injury list, should control this one comfortably.
Predicted Score: Tottenham 2–0 Sunderland
FAQs
Q: When is the Tottenham vs Sunderland Premier League match?
The match kicks off on Sunday, January 4, 2026 at 3:00 PM GMT (8:30 PM IST) at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in London.
Q: Is Xavi Simons playing against Sunderland?
No — Xavi Simons is serving the final match of his suspension and will not be available for Spurs in this fixture.
