Overview
- The match is at the Stadium of Light and will not be shown live in the UK because of the Saturday 3pm blackout.
- Manchester United have secured a Champions League return but still need points to be certain of finishing in the top three.
- Sunderland are safe from relegation yet can stay in the hunt for a European spot if they win and other results break their way.
- Team news points to Lisandro Martinez being available for United after a three-match ban, while Sunderland’s Dan Ballard is suspended pending appeal.
- Tactical previews highlight a physical contest built around Granit Xhaka’s control and Brian Brobbey’s hold-up play, with United expected to lean on counters and set pieces.