Sunderland plan changes for Palace test
Palace arrive winless in six, hit by injuries and Guehi’s exit, with Glasner confirming he will leave. Expect a counter-attacking setup, set-piece focus and Brennan Johnson threat. Prediction 2-2.
Il Mattino say Sunderland, Everton and Fulham are pursuing Napoli winger Noa Lang. Napoli could allow a loan or sale if offers tempt, with the Dutchman ‘on the way out’ after clashes with Antonio Conte.
Sunderland sign 20-year-old Jocelin Ta Bi from Maccabi Netanya. The midfielder chose Régis Le Bris’ project, says he will ‘give everything’ and asks fans for patience as he aims to grow towards Premier League level.
Sunderland tipped to make four changes v Crystal Palace: Roefs to start, defence of Mukiele, Ballard, Alderete, Reinildo, midfield Xhaka, Sadiki, Le Fee, front three Mayenda, Brobbey, Mundle. Ta Bi not involved.
FA Cup 4th round TV picks set. Sunderland visit Oxford United on Sunday 2pm, live on discovery+. Other ties include Aston Villa v Newcastle 5.45pm Sat and Liverpool v Brighton 8pm Sat.
Piece contrasts Newcastle United and Sunderland statistics this season, questioning narratives around a Newcastle ‘disaster’ and Sunderland ‘success’.
Premier League week 22 predictions listed across all 10 games. No Sunderland involvement. Livescore
Birthday profile of Sunderland defender Aji Alese, charting his 2022 move from West Ham, early goal at Watford, spells at left-back or LCB, and recurring injuries that have limited his appearances.
