Stats & Tactics
The writers at Mackem News have used up-to-date stats and in-depth analysis to break down Sunderland’s Championship, FA Cup and League Cup matches, from players already at the Stadium of Light and young gems from the Academy of Light.
Regis Le Bris has cause for concern as dreadful Premier League stat emerges ahead of Sunderland vs Leeds
Sunderland host Leeds United at the Stadium of Light on Sunday as Regis Le Bris looks to close out 2025 with another win. Le Bris…
Sunderland fans can stop fearing relegation after latest Premier League reveal
Sunderland could be days away from safety, if history is anything to go by. Sunderland secured a point against Brighton last time out, taking them…
Regis Le Bris experiment ended in two changes – Sunderland predicted XI vs Leeds United
Sunderland could make two changes from the side that secured a point away at Brighton. Safety is all but nailed on for Sunderland, who have…
Regis Le Bris to solve AFCON dilemma with five changes – Sunderland predicted XI vs Brighton
Sunderland will be without several key players for this weekend’s trip to face Brighton. Off the back of Sunderland’s Wear-Tyne derby victory over Newcastle, the…
Stats show why Sunderland are a Premier League anomaly and how Regis Le Bris is working wonders
For those who believe that xG holds value in football, now is your sign to look away. Sunderland had an 80 per cent chance of…
Granit Xhaka delivers captain’s performance as exceptional stat emerges from Newcastle win
Granit Xhaka’s influence on Sunderland has been remarkable. Nick Woltemade’s own-goal saw Sunderland record a memorable 1-0 win over rivals Newcastle in the Wear-Tyne derby…
Sunderland predicted XI vs Newcastle – Summer signing returns from injury in two changes
Sunderland could revert to a back four for their clash with Newcastle on Sunday. Sunderland’s clash with Newcastle is just days away, with the Stadium…