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Sunderland will host Fulham in a crucial Premier League clash on Sunday afternoon. Both teams are eager to reverse their recent fortunes, with Sunderland suffering consecutive defeats against Arsenal and Liverpool, while Fulham has lost four of their last five matches. The Cottagers previously secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Sunderland at Craven Cottage in November, thanks to a late goal from Raul Jimenez.
Jeff Stelling said: “Sunday at two o’clock, Fulham travel to Sunderland. Sunderland are probably just one win away from guaranteeing Premier League football again at the Stadium of Light next season, and this could be that one win. They’re not quite flying as they were earlier in the season, and Fulham, well, there’s a lot to like about them, but they have lost their last three away games consecutively.”
Kenny Tete said: “A bit unlucky. I think, if you look at the game against Manchester United, we deserved more. Everton, a very good game first half, where you have to score more goals because if you don’t do it, you know how it goes in the Premier League. It’s ruthless, and the opposition will score, so a hard lesson for us. [Manchester] City was hard, yeah.” Tete then turned his attention to Sunday’s match against Sunderland, adding: “Away, as well, so it’s also a different story. At the Cottage it was already tight, it was not an easy game. Obviously we know that they are a solid team, they have good results, and at home they are a different team. It’s a good moment for us to bounce back, so let’s see.”
Sunderland’s performance has seen a dip in recent weeks, but a victory against Fulham could be pivotal in securing their Premier League status for another season. Fulham, on the other hand, is looking to regain their form and confidence after a series of disappointing results. The match promises to be a competitive encounter, with both sides having much to prove. Sunderland will aim to leverage their home advantage at the Stadium of Light, while Fulham will seek to replicate their previous success against the Black Cats.
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