Match story
- Sunderland fired more attempts (21 vs 12 shots).
- Manchester United was more accurate in front of goal (50% on target vs 24%).
- Manchester United held more of the ball (67% possession).
Sunderland defeated Manchester United 2-1 in Premier League. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 26 stage in the 2015 season. The match was played at Stadium of Light in Sunderland. Andre Marriner, England officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Sunderland vs Manchester United meeting in Premier League with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Sunderland and Manchester United. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
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Sunderland defeated Manchester United 2-1 in Premier League. The fixture is part of the Regular Season - 26 stage in the 2015 season. The match was played at Stadium of Light in Sunderland. Andre Marriner, England officiated the match. The full-time result capped a Sunderland vs Manchester United meeting in Premier League with detailed post-match statistics available on Sportra. This match centre covers lineups, live events, player ratings, team statistics, xG, head-to-head history, and related news for Sunderland and Manchester United. On Sportra you can view xG, lineups, match statistics, events, player ratings, predictions, head-to-head history, and related news for this fixture.
Premier LeagueRecorded meetings: 0 (available previous meetings, not necessarily all-time).
Liverpool are back level against Newcastle United thanks to a stunning long-range strike from Cody Gakpo for Andoni Iraola’s side. The Reds had fallen behind early in the match at St. James’ Park after Anthony Elanga finished off a lightning-fast counter-attack for the Magpies. However, Liverpool emerged for the second half with renewed intensity, pushing […] The post Watch: Tottenham linked Cody Gakpo scores long-range stunner to equalise for Liverpool appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Anthony Elanga has given Newcastle United an early lead against Liverpool following a rapid tactical breakdown. The goal arrived from an electric counter-attack that unfolded straight out of a Liverpool offensive phase. In a flash, a frantic defensive clearance inside Newcastle’s penalty area transformed into a blistering break. Forward William Osula seized on clearance, driving […] The post Watch: Anthony Elanga punishes Liverpool with electric speed as Newcastle score on counter to take the lead appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Manchester City showed improvement from the side who were bashed 3-0 by Arsenal in last Sunday's Community Shield - but for most of this game it looked as if Enzo Maresca was going to start with consecutive defeats. Replacing a legend is always difficult - as David Moyes experienced when Sir Alex Ferguson left neighbours Manchester United in 2013 - and the late comeback will come as a major relief in their first Premier League game without Pep Guardiola in a decade. City did not exactly promote from within when hiring Maresca, who quit as Chelsea manager at the start of 2026, but the Italian was Guardiola's City assistant in 2022-23 and would perhaps be seen as something of a continuity candidate.
Leeds United are closing in on the signing of Michael Zetterer. According to a report, the experienced goalkeeper will join as a backup to James Trafford. Michael Zetterer could join Leeds United The ex-Manchester City goalkeeper joined Leeds United earlier this summer for a club record fee, and he is set to be the first-choice […] The post Leeds United target arrives for medical ahead of summer transfer appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Jacob Devaney has joined Hibernian on loan for this season (Picture: Getty Images) Manchester United teenager Jacob Devaney has joined Hibs on loan for the season after interest from ‘a lot’ of clubs. The 19-year-old spent the second half of the last campaign on loan in Scotland at St Mirren and he has returned north of the border. The midfielder has been involved with the Manchester United first team during pre-season, appearing in friendlies alongside his household name teammates. The teenager scored in a 5-0 win over Rosenborg in July after coming off the bench. Exclusive Premier League previews Get ahead of the start of the season with our weekly football newsletter. Sign up now for free. Devaney is yet to make his first team debut for the Red Devils, but has been a big figure in the academy set-up, captaining the Under-21 side at just 18 years old. Born in Barnsley, where his father Martin played from 2005-11, Devaney has been capped up to Under-21 level by Republic of Ireland. Now he will continue his football development with Hibernian, who finished fifth in the Scottish Premiership last season and will hope to be in the Europa Conference League this season, taking on Gent in qualifying next week. Devaney scored as Manchester United beat Rosenborg in Trondheim (Picture: Getty Images) Hibs sporting director, Malky Mackay, said of the signing: ‘We’re delighted to welcome a player of Jacob’s calibre to Hibernian FC. ‘He’s a young player with an excellent background and, importantly, he already has experience of playing in the Scottish Premiership. ‘A lot of clubs were understandably interested in Jacob, so we’re delighted that he saw his future at Hibs. I would like to thank everyone involved for their efforts in getting this deal over the line. ‘It’s an exciting opportunity for Jacob and for the Club, and we’re really looking forward to seeing what he can bring to Hibs.’ Devaney is expected to have a bright future in the game (Picture: Getty Images) Manager David Gray said: ‘We’re really pleased to bring Jacob to the Club. He already has experience of Scottish football and knows the demands of the Premiership, which will be important as he settles into the squad. ‘He’s a technically talented young international footballer who is keen to learn and develop, and we’re looking forward to seeing what he can bring to the group. ‘To have him join before the end of the window is really positive, and we’ll look to get him settled in as quickly as possible.’ Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
"Silence," said Emery when asked pre-match about Ollie Watkins' absence from the Villa squad. Goalkeeper Emi Martinez's future also remain uncertain following a failed move to Juventus and the arrival of Japan's Zion Suzuki. It lays bare the task Emery has to replicate last season's success, having also lost Youri Tielemans, Morgan Rogers, Lucas Digne and Ezri Konsa this summer - all core members of the group.
Manchester United again struggled against a back five as the promoted hosts exploited a set-piece weaknessHull scored nine league goals from set plays last season, the joint-fewest in the Championship. Yet two in 21 minutes earned them a famous victory over Manchester United on Saturday.It was a disastrous start to the campaign for the visitors. While Michael Carrick said before the game it would not be easy, he would not have expected victory being so straightforward for Hull. It was a match United simply had to win given the gulf in resources and expectation. Opta rated their chance of victory at 68.9% before kick-off. Continue reading...
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Liverpool are back level against Newcastle United thanks to a stunning long-range strike from Cody Gakpo for Andoni Iraola’s side. The Reds had fallen behind early in the match at St. James’ Park after Anthony Elanga finished off a lightning-fast counter-attack for the Magpies. However, Liverpool emerged for the second half with renewed intensity, pushing […] The post Watch: Tottenham linked Cody Gakpo scores long-range stunner to equalise for Liverpool appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Anthony Elanga has given Newcastle United an early lead against Liverpool following a rapid tactical breakdown. The goal arrived from an electric counter-attack that unfolded straight out of a Liverpool offensive phase. In a flash, a frantic defensive clearance inside Newcastle’s penalty area transformed into a blistering break. Forward William Osula seized on clearance, driving […] The post Watch: Anthony Elanga punishes Liverpool with electric speed as Newcastle score on counter to take the lead appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Manchester City showed improvement from the side who were bashed 3-0 by Arsenal in last Sunday's Community Shield - but for most of this game it looked as if Enzo Maresca was going to start with consecutive defeats. Replacing a legend is always difficult - as David Moyes experienced when Sir Alex Ferguson left neighbours Manchester United in 2013 - and the late comeback will come as a major relief in their first Premier League game without Pep Guardiola in a decade. City did not exactly promote from within when hiring Maresca, who quit as Chelsea manager at the start of 2026, but the Italian was Guardiola's City assistant in 2022-23 and would perhaps be seen as something of a continuity candidate.
Leeds United are closing in on the signing of Michael Zetterer. According to a report, the experienced goalkeeper will join as a backup to James Trafford. Michael Zetterer could join Leeds United The ex-Manchester City goalkeeper joined Leeds United earlier this summer for a club record fee, and he is set to be the first-choice […] The post Leeds United target arrives for medical ahead of summer transfer appeared first on CaughtOffside.
Jacob Devaney has joined Hibernian on loan for this season (Picture: Getty Images) Manchester United teenager Jacob Devaney has joined Hibs on loan for the season after interest from ‘a lot’ of clubs. The 19-year-old spent the second half of the last campaign on loan in Scotland at St Mirren and he has returned north of the border. The midfielder has been involved with the Manchester United first team during pre-season, appearing in friendlies alongside his household name teammates. The teenager scored in a 5-0 win over Rosenborg in July after coming off the bench. Exclusive Premier League previews Get ahead of the start of the season with our weekly football newsletter. Sign up now for free. Devaney is yet to make his first team debut for the Red Devils, but has been a big figure in the academy set-up, captaining the Under-21 side at just 18 years old. Born in Barnsley, where his father Martin played from 2005-11, Devaney has been capped up to Under-21 level by Republic of Ireland. Now he will continue his football development with Hibernian, who finished fifth in the Scottish Premiership last season and will hope to be in the Europa Conference League this season, taking on Gent in qualifying next week. Devaney scored as Manchester United beat Rosenborg in Trondheim (Picture: Getty Images) Hibs sporting director, Malky Mackay, said of the signing: ‘We’re delighted to welcome a player of Jacob’s calibre to Hibernian FC. ‘He’s a young player with an excellent background and, importantly, he already has experience of playing in the Scottish Premiership. ‘A lot of clubs were understandably interested in Jacob, so we’re delighted that he saw his future at Hibs. I would like to thank everyone involved for their efforts in getting this deal over the line. ‘It’s an exciting opportunity for Jacob and for the Club, and we’re really looking forward to seeing what he can bring to Hibs.’ Devaney is expected to have a bright future in the game (Picture: Getty Images) Manager David Gray said: ‘We’re really pleased to bring Jacob to the Club. He already has experience of Scottish football and knows the demands of the Premiership, which will be important as he settles into the squad. ‘He’s a technically talented young international footballer who is keen to learn and develop, and we’re looking forward to seeing what he can bring to the group. ‘To have him join before the end of the window is really positive, and we’ll look to get him settled in as quickly as possible.’ Comment now Comments Add Metro as a Preferred Source on Google Add as preferred source
"Silence," said Emery when asked pre-match about Ollie Watkins' absence from the Villa squad. Goalkeeper Emi Martinez's future also remain uncertain following a failed move to Juventus and the arrival of Japan's Zion Suzuki. It lays bare the task Emery has to replicate last season's success, having also lost Youri Tielemans, Morgan Rogers, Lucas Digne and Ezri Konsa this summer - all core members of the group.
Manchester United again struggled against a back five as the promoted hosts exploited a set-piece weaknessHull scored nine league goals from set plays last season, the joint-fewest in the Championship. Yet two in 21 minutes earned them a famous victory over Manchester United on Saturday.It was a disastrous start to the campaign for the visitors. While Michael Carrick said before the game it would not be easy, he would not have expected victory being so straightforward for Hull. It was a match United simply had to win given the gulf in resources and expectation. Opta rated their chance of victory at 68.9% before kick-off. Continue reading...
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