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Analysis of the match between Burnley and Sunderland
Sunderland made a dream start to their Premier League return, thumping the highly-rated West Ham 3-0. Smart tactics and clinical finishing left the Hammers embarrassed, while manager Graham Potter came under intense criticism from fans calling for his dismissal.
After Matchday 1, Sunderland sit second, level on points and goal difference with Tottenham, just behind leaders Manchester City (+3 vs +4).
Now, Sunderland have a chance to climb even higher as they face Burnley, another newly-promoted side. Burnley, in contrast, suffered a heavy defeat on the opening day and are desperate for points to climb out of the bottom tier. A win could lift them up the table significantly.
Form-wise, the two sides are fairly evenly matched. Sunderland have won two of their last five games, while Burnley have only one victory in the same span. In their last six meetings, Sunderland have two wins, one loss, and three draws against Burnley. Notably, in the last three away trips to Burnley, Sunderland have remained unbeaten (two draws, one win). With that record, the “Black Cats” look likely to secure another victory.
