Arsenal will attempt to maintain their perfect start to the season when they visit Sunderland in the fourth round of the English Premier League on Saturday, 12 September 2026.
Mikel Arteta’s side have won all three of their league matches so far, collecting nine points. They are second in the table, behind Manchester City only on additional criteria, after scoring six goals and conceding once.
Arsenal also arrive at the Stadium of Light after another victory in midweek. On Wednesday, they beat Napoli 1-0 away from home in their opening match of the league phase of the 2026/27 Champions League.
Sunderland have made a more measured start and sit 12th with four points from three games. They have scored three goals and conceded three. Their most recent Premier League fixture ended in a 1-1 draw away to Brentford.
The hosts have lost once in their past five matches in all competitions, alongside three victories. Arsenal, however, have won five consecutive games in normal time across all competitions.
Arsenal also hold a significant advantage in the head-to-head record, having avoided defeat in the past 14 meetings between the clubs.
Bookmakers’ experts regard Arsenal as the favourites for the match. The prediction is for an Arsenal victory with a -1 goals handicap.