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Leeds United vs Sunderland Prediction and Betting Tips | July 30th 2026 Premier League sides Leeds United and Sunderland face off in Harrison, New Jersey this Friday in a pre-season friendly.

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Habib Diarra - Ready for 2026/27 season Diarra has returned to Sunderland for pre-season training and will look to maintain starting time after an injury-riddled 2025/26 season.

Impact Diarra is preparing for the 2026/27 season after his time at the World Cup, scoring two goals in his three appearances (two starts) with Senegal. He will now look to recapture his starting time after he was hindered by injuries last campaign, missing 18 games while playing 20 times (15 starts), still recording two goals and two assists in 1,400 minutes of play. He will have a bit of competition with Enzo Le Fee to maintain his starting time. However, both can be on the field with Le Fee's versatility to play on the wing, the likely option for the Black Cats.

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Brian Brobbey - Leading forward for Black Cats Brobbey has returned to Sunderland for pre-season training and is set to be their lead forward for the 2026/27 season.

Impact Brobbey was the heartbeat of the Netherlands attack with his three goals in four appearances (three starts) at the World Cup, hoping to keep the momentum rolling into the new season. It would take him a bit of time to break the starting XI last campaign, and an injury held him off the field for a few weeks, but he still earned seven goals and one assist in his 31 appearances (22 starts). With a starting role likely to come at the start of the season, he could reach well over 2,000 minutes, likely to lead to double-digit goals if he can stay on the field.

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Noah Sadiki - Set for starting minutes Sadiki is back in Sunderland for pre-season training and is set to be a starter for the 2026/27 season.

Impact Sadiki is back from his World Cup duties as he prepares with the Black Cats for the new season, starting in two of his four appearances in DR Congo's historic World Cup run. He will now get ready to take over a starting role in the defensive midfield for Sunderland again, as he started in all 33 of his appearances last season as they maintained their spot in the Premier League. With only one goal contribution last season, he doesn't hold the highest value, with most of his work coming in defense, recording only 19 chances created and 21 crosses compared to his 44 clearances and 46 tackles in the 2025/26 campaign.

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Nilson David Angulo Ramirez - Returns for pre-season Angulo is back in Sunderland for pre-season training as he pursues more playing time in the 2026/27 campaign.

Impact Angulo is returning to his club for the new season and pre-season training, having played four times (two starts) with Ecuador at the World Cup while notching one goal. The forward is looking for an increase in minutes this season after much of his campaign last season was spent adjusting to Premier League life following his move from Belgium. With only eight appearances last season, he is likely to easily top that number if he avoids injury. He is also still in search of that elusive first Premier League goal contribution, likely to finally earn that in the new season.

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"He wants to stay" - Manager confirms Premier League star will not join Chelsea Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris has said that midfielder Granit Xhaka, a Chelsea target, wants to remain at the Stadium of Light, having arrived from Bayer Leverkusen in the summer o...

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Liverpool vs. Sunderland—Friendly: Live Score and Match Stats Preseason begins for Liverpool in the United States.

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How to Watch Liverpool vs. Sunderland on TV, Live Stream for Free Two Premier League rivals begin their respective summer tours by facing off in Nashville.

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Leo Fuhr Hjelde - Appears in practice match Hjelde (knee) was part of Sunderland's second-half lineup in Saturday's friendly game versus Liverpool.

Impact Hjelde has been working his way back from a small knee problem he suffered during the preseason, but he's expected to be ready to play in the EPL season kickoff in August. However, he wasn't heavily involved throughout the previous campaign, with players like Omar Alderete, Daniel Ballard and Reinildo getting more opportunities in the back line. Thus, Hjelde will need to work hard to convince the coaching staff to give him more playing time if he stays with the team for the 2026/27 period.

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Romaine Mundle - Back in action in offseason Mundle (hamstring) logged 45 minutes during Saturday's friendly loss to Liverpool.

Impact Mundle should be back in contention for minutes after being sidelined since February due to hamstring issues. The winger, who has looked sharp in training following his recovery from the injury, shared playing time with Timur Tutierov on the left flank during the last unofficial match. While he's not guaranteed to immediately become a regular contributor, Mundle may continue to appear in an offensive role at the start of the season if he manages to stay fit.

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Danny Ballard - Plays in Liverpool friendly Ballard (ankle) was in the starting lineup for Saturday's friendly match against Liverpool.

Impact Ballard made the squad for the practice matchup after completing his recovery from ankle surgery. His return is great news for a squad that benefited from his defensive strength last season, as he ranked second on the team with an average of 6.4 clearances per game. Depending on Omar Alderete's (undisclosed) status, Ballard could start the campaign as part of a center-back pairing alongside Alderete or Luke O'Nien.

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Where to watch Liverpool vs. Sunderland live stream, TV channel, start time for summer friendly | Sporting News Here's everything you need to know about Liverpool vs. Sunderland, including TV channel and streaming options for the summer friendly.

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Liverpool vs. Sunderland: Preview, Predictions and Lineups Two Premier League rivals face off in Nashville at the start of their summer tour.

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Romaine Mundle - Looking sharp in training Mundle (hamstring) is looking sharp in training during shooting drills, the club posted.

Impact Mundle had been eased back cautiously after dealing with two major hamstring injuries last season, and his sharp showing in shooting drills is an encouraging sign as he continues building toward match fitness. He was recently included in Sunderland's 26 player squad for the club's preseason tour of the United States, and his progress in training should continue to shape his path toward involvement in matches as the tour progresses.

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Liverpool vs Sunderland Prediction and Betting Tips | July 25th 2026 Two Premier League sides clash in the USA this Saturday, as Liverpool face off with Sunderland at Nashville's Geodis Park.

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Leo Fuhr Hjelde - Running Thursday Hjelde (knee) was back on the field for training Thursday, according to his club.

Impact Hjelde is ramping up his work in training this week as Sunderland starts their tour in the US, with the defender shown running in training. This will hopefully lead to his inclusion in an upcoming friendly, leaving him fit to start the new season. He spent all of last season on loan, so it is yet to be seen if he will hold a spot in the Premier League, hoping to help his chances by entering the season fit.

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Chemsdine Talbi - Set to join squad in coming weeks Talbi will not be part of Sunderland's traveling squad for the United States after advancing to the latter stages of the World Cup, the club announced.

Impact Talbi is instead expected to link up with his teammates later in the preseason schedule, missing out on friendlies against Liverpool, Leeds United and Wrexham. His delayed involvement reflects the club's approach of easing players back in following extended international tournaments. Talbi is expected to begin his individual training program before being fully reintegrated with the squad.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Thomas Meunier - To link up after tour Meunier is set to join Sunderland's squad later in preseason rather than travel to the United States, following his deep run at the World Cup, the club announced.

Impact The defender's international commitments mean he will miss the entirety of the club's stateside trip, which includes matches against Liverpool, Leeds United and Wrexham. His arrival is expected once the rest of the group returns from the United States. Meunier is expected to begin working individually before being reintegrated into full team training.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Granit Xhaka - Delayed return from World Cup Xhaka will not travel with Sunderland's squad to the United States after progressing to the latter stages of the World Cup, the club announced.

Impact Xhaka is instead set to join the group once preseason is further along, missing the club's trip that includes friendlies against Liverpool, Leeds United and Wrexham across three states. His extended international run pushes back his individual buildup compared to teammates already traveling. Xhaka is expected to work through a tailored reintegration program before rejoining full training with Sunderland.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Omar Alderete - To join squad later in preseason Alderete will link up with Sunderland later in preseason and will not travel with the squad to the United States, the club announced.

Impact Alderete's later return follows his run to the latter stages of the World Cup with Paraguay, during which he had been forced off with muscle discomfort in a round of 16 loss to France after 58 minutes. His delayed return means he will miss Sunderland's preseason tour before rejoining the squad. Alderete is expected to begin his individual buildup before reintegrating into full training upon his return.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Leo Fuhr Hjelde - Makes squad list for tour Hjelde has been named among Sunderland's 26 players heading to the United States for the club's preseason tour, the club announced.

Impact Hjelde had been forced off in the second half of the win over York City with discomfort in his right knee, with coach Regis Le Bris describing the move as a precaution rather than a serious concern. His inclusion on the trip suggests the assessment did not turn up any significant issue. The defender returned to Sunderland this summer following a loan spell at Sheffield United, where he made eight Championship appearances, and he'll now look to build his case for a first team role during the tour. Hjelde is expected to continue working toward regular involvement as preseason progresses.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Romaine Mundle - Included for US tour squad Mundle is named in Sunderland's initial 26 player squad for the club's preseason tour of the United States, the club announced.

Impact Mundle had been held out of the club's preseason opener against York City as a precaution after dealing with two major hamstring injuries last season, with coach Regis Le Bris noting it was still a bit too early to play him despite training and being fit the week before. Sunderland will face Liverpool, Leeds United and Wrexham across three venues during the trip. His inclusion in the squad suggests continued progress in his recovery, though his path toward full match action is expected to become clearer as the tour continues. Mundle is expected to build toward involvement as Sunderland's preseason progresses.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Danny Ballard - Named in squad for US tour Ballard is named in Sunderland's initial 26 player squad for the club's preseason tour of the United States, the club announced.

Impact Ballard is working back from ankle surgery following a red card suspension that brought his previous season to an early end, having been a frequent starter who averaged 6.4 clearances per game, the second highest figure on the team, while also contributing two goals across 29 appearances. Sunderland will face Liverpool, Leeds United and Wrexham across three venues during the trip. His inclusion in the squad points to his recovery being on track after rejoining full training. Ballard is expected to get his first game time of preseason at some point during the US tour.

JULY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Leo Fuhr Hjelde - Suffers knee issue in friendly Hjelde will be assessed in the coming days after being forced off in the second half of Sunderland's win over York City with discomfort in his right knee, according to coach Regis...

Impact Hjelde's precautionary removal suggests the club is not overly concerned about the issue, and the upcoming assessment should provide more clarity on his status. He returned to Sunderland this summer following a loan spell at Sheffield United, where he made eight Championship appearances, and his health through the rest of preseason will be worth monitoring as he looks to establish a role with the first team.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Romaine Mundle - Absence was precautionary Mundle (hamstring) was absent from Sunderland's preseason opener against York City as a precaution, according to coach Regis Le Bris, per the Sunderland Echo. "Romaine trained last...

Impact Mundle dealt with two major hamstring injuries last season, and the club's cautious handling of his workload reflects a deliberate effort to avoid another setback. His training involvement last week is still an encouraging sign, and his path toward full match action should become clearer over the coming weeks as Sunderland continues its preseason buildup.

JULY 20 • ROTOWIRE

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