Bournemouth vs Sunderland: team news, line-ups and TV channel

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Bournemouth vs Sunderland predicted line-ups

Bournemouth host Sunderland in the Premier League at the Vitality Stadium on Sunday 18 October 2026, with kick-off at 2pm UK time. These are the expected line-ups, published before the official team sheets, which follow about an hour before kick-off. The match is part of Matchweek 7, and Bournemouth are 18th in the table with three points, one fewer than 17th-placed Sunderland.

Bournemouth expected XI

Bournemouth are expected to line up in a 4-2-3-1. Djordje Petrovic is in goal, with Adam Smith, James Hill, António Silva and Adrien Truffert across the back four. Tyler Adams, David Brooks, Rayan, Ryan Christie and Marcus Tavernier make up the midfield, and Evanilson leads the attack.

Bournemouth have played six league games this season, drawing three and losing three, with seven goals scored and 13 conceded. In their last five league matches they have no wins, three draws and two defeats.

Sunderland expected XI

Sunderland are also expected to use a 4-2-3-1. Robin Roefs is in goal, with Trai Hume, Nordi Mukiele, Kevin Danso and Reinildo Mandava in defence. The midfield is expected to be Granit Xhaka, Noah Sadiki, Malick Fofana, Enzo Le Fée and Nilson Angulo, with Wilson Isidor up front.

Sunderland have won one, drawn one and lost four of their six league games, scoring six goals and conceding 12, for four points. Across their last five league matches they have one win, one draw and three defeats.

Team news

Bournemouth have three players listed as absent. Eli Junior Éric Anatole Rainha Kroupi is out with a foot injury, while Julián Araujo and Alex Scott are both out with hamstring injuries.

Sunderland have two absentees. Romaine Mundle is out with a knee injury and Brian Brobbey has a hamstring injury. No other absences are listed for either side, and the line-ups above may change when the official team sheets are released.

How to watch

The match is live on NOW in the UK, with kick-off at 2pm on Sunday 18 October. Craig Pawson is the referee at the Vitality Stadium in Bournemouth.

Overseas, the game is on Peacock in the USA, Stan Sport in Australia, Migu in China and StarHub TV+ in Singapore. In Africa it is on DStv Now, in the Middle East and North Africa on beIN SPORTS CONNECT and TOD, and in South America on Disney+ Premium.

Bournemouth host Sunderland at the Vitality Stadium on Sunday 18 October, with both sides looking to improve their Premier League form.

Kick-off is at 2pm UK time, with the match shown live on Sky Sports+ and available to stream through NOW.

Bournemouth return to domestic action after their 3-0 European victory over Sturm Graz, while Sunderland also enjoyed a successful Thursday night against Torreense. Our Sunderland player ratings assess the standout performers from that win.

What channel is Bournemouth vs Sunderland on?

Bournemouth vs Sunderland will be shown live on Sky Sports+ in the UK.

The Premier League fixture takes place on Sunday 18 October 2026, with kick-off at 2pm BST. Supporters should select the Bournemouth–Sunderland coverage, with other Premier League matches taking place at the same time.

How to live stream Bournemouth vs Sunderland

Supporters can stream the match through NOW with an eligible sports membership.

NOW’s Football Membership includes Sky Sports+ football streams, while its All Sky Sports Membership and Day Membership also provide access. Football members can find the match in the Sports section of the NOW app. Full details are available in NOW’s membership guide.

Eligible Sky Sports subscribers can also watch through the Sky Sports app, using the Watch section to access Sky Sports+ coverage.

What time does Bournemouth vs Sunderland kick off?

The match starts at 2pm BST on Sunday 18 October 2026 at the Vitality Stadium. It is part of Matchweek 7 in the Premier League.

Bournemouth vs Sunderland team news

Justin Kluivert and Amine Adli have returned to Bournemouth’s squad, although Marco Rose indicated before Thursday’s European match that both were ready for limited minutes.

Eli Junior Kroupi has resumed work on the pitch following a foot injury. Alex Scott, Julián Araujo and Veljko Milosavljevic remain sidelined.

Sunderland will be without Thomas Meunier, while Wilson Isidor is a doubt. Brian Brobbey and Habib Diarra are back in contention after returning to training, according to Régis Le Bris’ latest injury update.

Dan Ballard and Romaine Mundle have also been sidelined. Confirmed starting line-ups will be announced before kick-off.

Where are Bournemouth and Sunderland in the table?

Bournemouth enter the weekend in 18th place with three points from six matches, having drawn three and lost three.

Sunderland are one place above them on four points, with one win, one draw and four defeats. Those positions could change before Sunday’s kick-off.

How to watch Bournemouth vs Sunderland abroad

Country	Broadcaster	Local kick-off
United States	Peacock	9am EDT, Sunday 18 October
Australia	Stan Sport	Midnight AEDT, Monday 19 October

Peacock’s coverage is confirmed in NBC Sports’ weekend schedule. Australian viewers can find the fixture on Stan Sport’s Premier League schedule.

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