Torreense vs Sunderland

Torreense have been inconsistent across their recent Segunda Liga and European fixtures, recording two wins, two draws, and two losses. Their most recent outing was a narrow defeat away to Tondela. Sunderland are enduring a difficult spell, having failed to win any of their matches since their European victory against AZ Alkmaar in mid-September. They have suffered three losses in their last four matches, including a defeat to Brighton in their latest Premier League appearance.

• N. Jatta is reported suspended for Torreense.
• Sunderland have nine players ruled out due to injury, including Brian Brobbey, who has contributed three goals in recent matches.
• T. Meunier is in doubt for Sunderland with an injury.
• Torreense have struggled for goals at home, failing to score in three of their last four home matches.

Sunderland have faced a challenging run of results, but they possess a squad that has shown more attacking output in recent matches compared to the hosts. Torreense have found consistency hard to come by at home and must manage without a suspended player. While the visitors are dealing with a significant injury list, their form in European competition provides a point of comparison that suggests they may be able to manage this fixture.

We have no record of previous meetings between these two sides, making it difficult to assess any historical trend.