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March 3, 2024
Sunderland has faced a challenging season, finding themselves in 10th place after disappointing performances. The team has struggled to find consistency, failing to secure a win in their last four matches. This poor run of form has undoubtedly affected the players’ confidence, and the club’s hopes of climbing up the table have diminished. Despite a promising start to the season, Sunderland has been unable to maintain momentum, leaving their fans frustrated with the current state of affairs.
The arrival of interim manager Mike Dodds still needs to bring the desired change. Dodds took over following the dismissal of Michael Beale, who lost his job after a string of poor results. While Dodds was expected to rejuvenate the team, the squad struggled. Adding to Sunderland’s woes is the impact of injuries, particularly the absence of their top scorer. Key players being sidelined has further hindered their progress, making it difficult for the team to regain their early-season form.
Kick-Off
Date: Wed, 6 March 2024
Time: 1:15 AM IST
Location: Stadium of Light
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Sunderland (All Competitions): L-L-L-L-W
Leicester City (All Competitions): L-W-L-L-W
Jobe Bellingham (Sunderland)
Jobe Bellingham has made an impact for Sunderland after signing from Birmingham City, scoring five goals so far this year. His vision and passing ability drive the team’s attack, while his defensive contributions make him a critical all-around player. His performances have already attracted interest from several clubs.
Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall (Leicester City)
Dewsbury-Hall, Leicester’s best player this year, with 10 goals and 12 assists to lead the squad. His consistency in scoring and creating chances has made him a crucial part of Leicester’s push for promotion. Dewsbury-Hall’s outstanding form has positioned him as a strong Player of the Year honors candidate.
Sunderland have lost their last four matches. In their last match, QPR defeated Leicester City. In their last ten games, Sunderland has not managed to maintain a clean sheet.
At the top of the Championsip, Leicester City feels pressured after winning just one of their last four matches. With Ipswich Town closing the gap to three points, manager Enzo Maresca must regain momentum to secure automatic promotion to the Premier League. However, Leicester remain strong contenders, especially with a spot in the FA Cup quarter-finals, having recently knocked out Premier League side Bournemouth to set up a tie against Chelsea.
Due to injury, Sunderland is missing several key players, including Alese, Dack, Evans, Cirkin, Huggins, Clarke, and Roberts. Their absence has significantly impacted the team’s performance this season. On the other hand, Wilfred Ndidi’s leg injury is Leicester City’s lone significant injury issue.
Total Matches Played: 8
Sunderland Wins: 1
Leicester City Wins: 5
Draws: 2
Sunderland and Leicester City have been struggling with inconsistent performances lately, making this an intriguing match. Currently, on a four-match losing streak, Sunderland will be eager to turn things around but face an uphill battle against a strong Leicester side. Despite having a home advantage, Sunderland’s recent form has been a primary concern, and their inability to win recent games suggests that they may find it difficult to break down Leicester’s defense. Injuries to key players have only added to Sunderland’s woes, weakening their chances in this crucial encounter.
Although not at its best, Leicester City will see this as an opportunity to secure all three points and strengthen its position at the top of the Championship. Their superior head-to-head record against Sunderland gives them a psychological advantage, and with players like Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall in excellent form, they will be confident of a positive result. While Leicester have also struggled, including only one win in their last four matches, Sunderland’s current form suggests that the Foxes are likelier to come out on top.
Telecast Information for Sunderland vs Leicester City
India: FanCode
UK: Sky Sports
US: ESPN+
Nigeria: No Telecast Available
Sunderland (3-4-3)
Bellingham, Semedo, Mundle; Seelt, O’Nien, Hjelde; Hume, Ekwah, Neil, Styles; Patterson
Leicester City (4-2-3-1)
Hermansen, Issahaku, Daka, Nelson, Justin, Faes Choudhury, Winks, Praet, and Mavididi Dewsbury-Hall
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Katarzyna Nowak is a seasoned writer with over five years of experience in editorial content, news reporting, and football sportsbook app reviews. As an author for Football News Today, she combines her deep understanding of the sports betting industry with a passion for football, delivering insightful and accurate content that keeps readers informed and engaged.
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