Sunderland vs Aston Villa: Weather forecast, ticket details and travel information
Sunderland will return to home soil when they face Aston Villa in the Premier League on Sunday.
Regis Le Bris’ men secured a point against Crystal Palace last time out, meaning they have seven points from a possible 12 already.
If Sunderland beat Villa, then it will be the first time in the Premier League era that they have won their first three home games of a top-flight season.
As for Unai Emery’s side, they are without a win or a goal in the Premier League this season, meaning pressure is on them to bag a victory.
Here, Mackem News reveals the key information about tickets, travel, and the expected weather for the game at the Stadium of Light.
Ticket information for Sunderland vs Aston Villa
Tickets went on sale for the Premier League opener on 19 August and were priced at £36 for adults, £18 for under-18s, £16 for under-14s, and £29 for over-65s.
However, there are only premium options left at the Stadium of Light, with ’76 yards’ tickets priced at a minimum of £120.
Those tickets only remain in the U30B and U31B sections of the Carling Stand and are priced at £120 for under-16s and £240 for adults.
Sunderland supporters can use the club’s ticketing website to purchase their tickets online.
Another premium option is the ‘Banks on the Wear’ tickets, which can be purchased for £660.
Sunderland fans’ travel options to Stadium of Light
A home game at the Stadium of Light offers local fans a short journey to watch their beloved team.
For those travelling by train, the nearest mainline station is Sunderland Station, which is a 10-15 minute walk.
Another option is the Tyne & Wear Metro Green Line, with the nearest stop being the Stadium of Light.
Aston Villa supporters should depart at St Peter’s, which is located slightly closer to the ground.
Local taxis:
- Station Taxis – 0191 555 5555
- City Taxis – 0191 511 0111
- Steels Taxis – 0191 565 3555
The Park Lane Interchange bus station is walkable from the stadium, and a wealth of bus routes take you to this stop.
On-site parking at the stadium is extremely limited, while park and ride is available from Sunderland Enterprise Park.
While there is no reported travel disruption in the area, supporters are advised to check their route well in advance.
Chance of rain and high winds for Sunderland vs Aston Villa
The Met Office reports that temperatures are set to drop this Sunday and are expected to be between nine and 12 degrees during the game.
Furthermore, it is predicted that there will be sunny intervals changing to light showers in the afternoon.
It promises to be a blustery afternoon, with winds expected to reach highs of 31mph on Wearside.
Sunderland should have Dan Ballard back from injury for the encounter, although he will likely start on the bench.
Le Bris must decide what to do with Wilson Isidor and could potentially rotate his attacking line against Villa.
The Black Cats have only won one of their last 12 against the Villans, but did beat them 3-1 the last time they met in a Premier League game at the Stadium of Light in 2016.
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