Burnley have won just one of their last six meetings with Sunderland, while the Black Cats are unbeaten in three visits to Turf Moor, losing there only thrice in 15 outings since 1973.
Their last two encounters in Lancarshire have ended goalless, but only because James Trafford saved two penalties to deny Wilson Isidor in the 86th and 97th minutes back in January.
Burnley vs Sunderland preview
After very contrasting starts to life back in the Premier League last Saturday, which way will this one go? Sunderland are back in the big time after eight years away, and their supporters could not have dreamt of a better return. Régis Le Bris' side demolished West Ham at the Stadium of Light, dominant throughout, even though all the goals came in the final half an hour.
A lot has been made of Sunderland's summer spending spree, but it was three stalwarts from their promotion winning campaign who got the goals. Eliezer Mayenda and then Daniel Ballard both headed home, before Wilson Isidor's curler in stoppage time made the points secure. So now, can the Black Cats build on that and make it two wins out of two, as they battle to beat the drop?
As for Burnley, most had them as pre-season favourites for relegation, and they may have underlined exactly why on opening weekend. The Clarets were swatted aside 3-0 by Tottenham in North London, falling behind after only ten minutes, before two more Spurs goals in six second half minutes extinguished any faint hope of a fight back.
Scott Parker's side stormed the Championship last season collecting 100 points, that's 24 more than Sunderland, conceding only 16 goals in 46 matches. Well, they've already shipped 18.75% of that tally in one game. There is no need for Burnley or their supporters to panic just yet, but they do look ill-equipped to compete at this level, and defeat here would certainly signal some alarm bells.
Burnley vs Sunderland head-to-head record
- Matches Played: 121.
- Burnley Wins: 39. Draws: 34. Sunderland Wins: 38.
Burnley team news
There were debuts for goalkeeper Martin Dúbravka as well as full-backs Kyle Walker and Quilindschy Hartman from the start at Spurs, while new signings Lesley Ugochukwu and Loum Tchaouna, as well as the returning Jacob Bruun Larsen, all came off the bench in North London.
Here, Axel Tuanzebe and Armando Broja will be hoping for debuts of their own.
Burnley predicted lineup vs Sunderland: (4-3-3): Dúbravka; Walker, Ekdal, Estève, Hartman; Cullen, Ugochukwu, Tchaouna, Hannibal, Anthony; Foster.
Burnley player to watch vs Sunderland
Former Newcastle goalkeeper Martin Dúbravka won and kept a clean sheet during his sole Tyne-Wear derby expirence, so will be doubly determined to keep Sunderland out at Turf Moor.
Sunderland team news
Régis Le Bris had seven new signings in his lineup for the demolition of West Ham, with midfield duo Granit Xhaka and Habib Diarra arguably the pick of the bunch.
Jenson Seelt suffered an injury shortly after half time, so Omar Alderete could come in at centre-back this summer. Since last weekend's win, right-back Nordi Mukiele has joined from Paris Saint-Germain for £12 million, so will he debut, while on loan Chelsea striker Marc Guiu is also hoping for a first appearance? Lastly, left-back Reinildo Mandava became the first player from Mozambique to feature in the Premier League, the 127th different nationality to be represented.
Sunderland predicted lineup vs Burnley: (4-3-3): Roefs; Hume, Ballard, Alderete, Reinildo; Xhaka, Diarra, Le Fée; Talbi, Adingra, Isidor.
Sunderland player to watch vs Burnley
Wilson Isidor marked his Premier League debut with a goal off the bench, to add to the 13 he scored in the EFL Championship. Back at Turf Moor for the first time since seeing two penalties saved in the final four minutes in January, will he enjoy Lancarshire a bit more this time?
Burnley vs Sunderland prediction
We are backing Sunderland to win this one. Régis Le Bris' side look cohesive, energetic and excited to be in the Premier League, while none of that applies to the hosts: Burnley 0-2 Sunderland.
Burnley vs Sunderland FAQs - Premier League
How to watch Burnley vs Sunderland in the Premier League on TV channel?
Burnley vs Sunderland in the Premier League will be available on the following TV channels;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: Fubo Sports Network 3 Canada
How to watch Burnley vs Sunderland in the Premier League on live streaming?
Burnley vs Sunderland in the Premier League will be available on the following streaming services;
- UK: This match is not being broadcast live in the UK.
- USA: Peacock
- Canada: fuboTV Canada
What is the date and kick-off time for Burnley vs Sunderland in the Premier League?
Burnley vs Sunderland takes place on Saturday 23 August 2025, with kick off at 15:00 (BST), 10:00 (EDT) & 7:00 (PDT).