Premier League 2025: Sunderland VS Leeds United to face off on Sunday

The early stages at the Stadium of Light, where Sunderland vs Leeds United will play tonight, have seen Leeds United take the initiative, enjoying 65 per cent possession and already looking dangerous in Sunderland’s final third. Sunderland, though limited to just one shot so far, are staying compact and trying to absorb the pressure.

In the Sunderland vs Leeds United match, Leeds have started with energy, creating chances through slick passing and movement. At the 10th minute mark, fans saw Stach link up well with Aaronson, releasing the American down the channel, but Sunderland’s defence stood firm, and the resulting shot fell comfortably into the keeper’s hands.

Moments later, Leeds’ fluid attack produced another promising move. Stach’s superb pass between the lines found Aaronson, who drove into the box and squared for Calvert-Lewin. However, the Sunderland defence held strong, with a tame shot failing to trouble Roefs.

Leeds have also been probing from set pieces. A corner led to some head tennis involving Bijol and Ampadu before Calvert-Lewin chested it down for Okafor, whose shot was blocked over the bar by Mukiele. Another good opportunity followed as DCL controlled a pass from Struijk and laid it off to Okafor, only for the striker’s shot to be deflected over.

Fans are appreciating Leeds’ early pressure and inventive play, but Sunderland remains resilient and organised at the back. With 16 minutes gone, the scoreline remains 0-0, but chances are mounting, especially for the visitors.

Live win probability currently favours Leeds at 37 per cent, with Sunderland at 30 per cent and a draw at 33 per cent, reflecting the tight but promising start for the away side.