Liverpool v Sunderland: Bet Builder Tips & Predictions

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Liverpool v Sunderland Bet Builder Tips - Intro

Liverpool arrive at this matchup under a cloud of uncertainty, with their once-celebrated title-defence unraveling in recent weeks. Despite being reigning champions, the Reds find themselves well off the pace, having lost a worrying number of games and dropped into the lower half of the Premier League table. The confidence and swagger that defined last season seem in short supply — the pressure is mounting, and Anfield will expect answers rather than assurances.

For Sunderland, the contrast could hardly be sharper — entering the game as underdogs perhaps, but also as a side with less to lose and everything to gain. Facing a struggling Liverpool offers them a real chance to make a statement. If Sunderland approach the match with organisation, discipline, and belief, they may find a brittle champion rather than the dominant force most expect — and that uncertainty could be fertile ground for a shock result.

This encounter thus carries far more than the usual “big club vs smaller club” narrative. It’s a test of character for Liverpool: can they steady the ship under Slot and rediscover the form that delivered the title in the first place? And for Sunderland, it’s an opportunity — perhaps one of the few this season — to impose themselves on a traditional powerhouse at a moment of vulnerability. The stakes, the tension, and the potential for drama make this a must watch.

Liverpool v Sunderland Bet Builder
2.01/1

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Liverpool Win

Match Result
37/100

Reason for Tip

This is what you would call Liverpools better run of fixtures and quite simply they need to turn it around. The performance against West Ham was a step in the right direction but they still werent really tested. Sunderland will provide much better opposition but we still fancy Liverpool to find their feet now.

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals
29/50

Reason for Tip

Despite the above, Liverpool have been susceptible all season to conceding goals and despite them looking more fluid in the final 3rd, it is not out the question to see another high scoring game here with both sides possessing goals in their team.

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Over 8.5 Corners

Over 8.5 Corners
2/5

Reason for Tip

Our go to market this year, with corners increasing across the board and an emphasis on set pieces from all sides this year. The increase in long throws is also contributing to an increase in corners also. Over 8.5 is a large quantity but one that tends to land this season.

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Alexander Isak 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
2/7

Reason for Tip

Isak finally got his premier league account open for Liverpool with a lovely finish against West Ham. He is still adapting to the system but strikers are confidence players and a shot on target is not too much to ask for from one of the worlds most expensive players.

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Liverpool v Sunderland Match Preview

📰 Recent Form & Context

Liverpool come into this fixture under pressure, having endured a difficult start to Arne Slot’s second season. Last year’s title winners have struggled to find rhythm, consistency, and defensive stability, with points slipping away in games they would normally control. A slow start has left them looking up the table instead of down, and with confidence fragile, every match now carries added weight as they search for a turning point at Anfield.

Sunderland arrive in very different circumstances. As a newly returned Premier League side, expectations are more measured, but performances have earned them plenty of respect. Competitive in most games and notably organised out of possession, Sunderland have shown they can frustrate bigger sides and take their chances when they come. With Liverpool vulnerable, the Black Cats know there may be no better opportunity to surprise the champions on their own turf.

The context is clear: Liverpool are seeking stability and momentum, Sunderland are seeking belief and a statement result. Both have something to play for, and the recent form lines ensure this fixture has far more intrigue than the names alone would suggest.


⚠️ Team News & Key Players

For Liverpool, selection decisions have become more difficult due to patchy form and rotating availability. Arne Slot may look to lean on experienced figures to calm nerves while also injecting energy though younger or in-form squad members. Attacking quality has not been the issue — Liverpool continue to create chances — but turning those moments into goals, and managing transitions defensively, has been inconsistent. How Slot balances creativity with control will shape the XI.

Sunderland’s team news is more straightforward. Their structure and discipline rely on a consistent spine: a hardworking midfield unit, a reliable centre-back partnership, and pace or directness in advanced areas. Their key threats will come from transitions — especially through quick wide players — and from set pieces, an area where Liverpool have looked vulnerable during their early-season struggles.

Both managers will understand the emotional landscape of this game: Liverpool need composure, Sunderland need conviction. Line-up decisions will reflect that psychology as much as tactics.


🧠 Tactical Outlook

Liverpool are expected to dominate possession, as Slot’s philosophy depends on controlled buildup and fluid movement between the lines. The challenge has been protecting themselves when possession breaks down; if they overcommit, Sunderland’s counter-attacking approach could become decisive. Expect Liverpool to press high, circulate the ball patiently, and try to pin Sunderland back through width and numbers around the penalty area.

Sunderland will aim for compactness, narrow lines, and discipline. Their goal will be to limit space between midfield and defence, deny Liverpool’s creators room to operate, and spring quickly when the opportunity arises. If they can drag Liverpool into a scrappy, disrupted game, they may find joy in transitional moments or from exploiting uncertainty at the back.

This clash is, tactically, a meeting of control versus opportunism — but Liverpool’s unpredictability this season adds a layer of tension.


🔭 What to Expect

  • Liverpool to dominate the ball but perhaps struggle to break Sunderland down early.

  • Sunderland to sit deep, stay compact and look to counter at pace.

  • A tense atmosphere at Anfield if Liverpool don’t start strongly.

  • Set pieces may prove decisive at both ends.

  • A result that could either stabilise Liverpool or become another sign of their early-season fragility.

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Why Each Leg Makes Sense

Liverpool to win

This is what you would call Liverpools better run of fixtures and quite simply they need to turn it around. The performance against West Ham was a step in the right direction but they still werent really tested. Sunderland will provide much better opposition but we still fancy Liverpool to find their feet now.

Over 2.5 cards

Despite the above, Liverpool have been susceptible all season to conceding goals and despite them looking more fluid in the final 3rd, it is not out the question to see another high scoring game here with both sides possessing goals in their team.

Over 8.5 Corners

Our go to market this year, with corners increasing across the board and an emphasis on set pieces from all sides this year. The increase in long throws is also contributing to an increase in corners also. Over 8.5 is a large quantity but one that tends to land this season.

Alexander Isak 1+ Shot on Target

Isak finally got his premier league account open for Liverpool with a lovely finish against West Ham. He is still adapting to the system but strikers are confidence players and a shot on target is not too much to ask for from one of the worlds most expensive players.

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Liverpool v Sunderland - Historical Stats

📊 Head-to-Head Record: Liverpool vs Sunderland

  • According to a recent head-to-head summary, Liverpool and Sunderland have met 32 times in league competition, with Liverpool winning 18, Sunderland winning 3, and 11 matches ending in draws.

  • Over those matches, Liverpool scored 46 goals, while Sunderland scored 18.

  • Historically, Liverpool have enjoyed a strong home record against Sunderland. At Anfield: out of the 16 head-to-head games recorded there, Liverpool had 8 wins and 8 draws — no away wins for Sunderland in those matches.

  • Away at Sunderland’s ground: in the 16 matches listed there, Liverpool recorded 10 wins, Sunderland 3 wins, with 3 draws.

So broadly speaking — over recent decades and top-flight meetings — Liverpool have dominated the fixture, scoring more often and winning far more matches than Sunderland.

⚠️ Trends & Notable Patterns

  • The disparity in wins suggests a clear dominance by Liverpool: Sunderland’s wins are rare (just 3 in the recorded 32-match sample).

  • When playing at home (Anfield), Liverpool have been particularly hard to beat: the head-to-head data shows zero recorded defeats at home in those 16 games.

  • Even when away, Liverpool have won the majority of their games vs Sunderland — indicating that “home advantage” is strong but not strictly necessary for Liverpool to assert dominance.

  • Historically, matches tend to produce a fair number of goals — there have been seasons and games where Liverpool have scored multiple times vs Sunderland, reflecting a tendency for attacking games when the sides meet.

Liverpool v Sunderland Bet Builder
2.01/1

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Liverpool Win

Match Result
37/100

Reason for Tip

This is what you would call Liverpools better run of fixtures and quite simply they need to turn it around. The performance against West Ham was a step in the right direction but they still werent really tested. Sunderland will provide much better opposition but we still fancy Liverpool to find their feet now.

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals
29/50

Reason for Tip

Despite the above, Liverpool have been susceptible all season to conceding goals and despite them looking more fluid in the final 3rd, it is not out the question to see another high scoring game here with both sides possessing goals in their team.

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Over 8.5 Corners

Over 8.5 Corners
2/5

Reason for Tip

Our go to market this year, with corners increasing across the board and an emphasis on set pieces from all sides this year. The increase in long throws is also contributing to an increase in corners also. Over 8.5 is a large quantity but one that tends to land this season.

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Alexander Isak 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
2/7

Reason for Tip

Isak finally got his premier league account open for Liverpool with a lovely finish against West Ham. He is still adapting to the system but strikers are confidence players and a shot on target is not too much to ask for from one of the worlds most expensive players.

Predicted Line-Ups

Liverpool- 4-2-3-1

Alisson

Gomez, Konate, Van Dijk, Kerkez

Gravenberch, Mac Allister

Szoboszlai, Wirtz, Gakpo

Isak


Brentford – 4-2-3-1

Roefs,

Mukiele, Ballard, Alderete, Reinildo,

Xhaka, Sadiki,

Traore, Le Fee, Talbi,

Isidor

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Where to Watch Liverpool v Sunderland (Premier League – 3rd December 2025)

In the UK

  • The Premier League’s domestic broadcast rights for 2025/26 are held by Sky Sports and TNT Sports.

  • If the fixture is selected for live coverage, Sky Sports will broadcast it. Sky now shows a record minimum of 215 Premier League matches per season.

  • Alternatively, TNT Sports (via the discovery+ streaming service) shows 52 Premier League games this season.

  • If you don’t have a traditional Sky subscription, you could stream via NOW — which offers flexible day- or month-passes covering Sky Sports channels.


🌍 Around the World

Broadcast packages differ by country/region. For example:

  • In many international markets, local broadcasters or streaming services carry Premier League games — outside the UK fans often rely on region-specific rights holders.

  • For instance, in the USA, Premier League streaming is typically available on Peacock (or other NBC-affiliated services).

  • In other parts of the world (Canada, India, Australia, etc.), there are various local rights-holders — often streaming platforms or sports networks — depending on the country.

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Liverpool v Sunderland Bet Builder
2.01/1

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Liverpool Win

Match Result
37/100

Reason for Tip

This is what you would call Liverpools better run of fixtures and quite simply they need to turn it around. The performance against West Ham was a step in the right direction but they still werent really tested. Sunderland will provide much better opposition but we still fancy Liverpool to find their feet now.

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Over 2.5 Goals

Over 2.5 Goals
29/50

Reason for Tip

Despite the above, Liverpool have been susceptible all season to conceding goals and despite them looking more fluid in the final 3rd, it is not out the question to see another high scoring game here with both sides possessing goals in their team.

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Over 8.5 Corners

Over 8.5 Corners
2/5

Reason for Tip

Our go to market this year, with corners increasing across the board and an emphasis on set pieces from all sides this year. The increase in long throws is also contributing to an increase in corners also. Over 8.5 is a large quantity but one that tends to land this season.

3 Dec 20:15 - Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League
3 Dec 20:15
Liverpool vs Sunderland - Premier League

Alexander Isak 1+ Shots on Target

Player 1+ Shots On Target
2/7

Reason for Tip

Isak finally got his premier league account open for Liverpool with a lovely finish against West Ham. He is still adapting to the system but strikers are confidence players and a shot on target is not too much to ask for from one of the worlds most expensive players.

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