Manchester City vs Sunderland 5-3: result, September 20, 2026

The sides have met twice in recent history. Manchester City took the win at home in December 2025, while the encounter in January 2026 ended in a goalless draw.

• Erling Haaland has scored six goals over the listed matches for Manchester City, while Enzo Le Fée has netted twice for Sunderland over his five appearances.
• Manchester City has clearly had more of the ball over the listed matches, whereas Sunderland has shared possession about evenly with its opponents.
• Manchester City will be without P. Foden and J. Doku, who is in doubt, while Sunderland must manage without H. Diarra, R. Mandava, R. Mundle, and O. Alderete, who is in doubt.
• Manchester City has scored eight goals in the second half of its matches, displaying a strong ability to finish games against its opponents.

Manchester City holds a significant advantage in form and attacking output as it welcomes Sunderland. With Erling Haaland's six goals over the listed matches providing a consistent threat, the home side is well placed to continue its recent winning streak. Although Sunderland has shown some defensive discipline, the depth of talent for Manchester City, led by the best-rated Erling Haaland, should be too much for a visiting side that is currently without three players and has another in doubt.