Everton vs Sunderland: Premier League Match Preview

Match Context

Everton host Sunderland at Hill Dickinson Stadium in Liverpool on 17 May 2026 in Premier League Regular Season - 37. Everton sit 10th on 49 points with a goal difference of 0, while Sunderland are 12th with 48 points and a goal difference of -9.

Everton Availability

Everton face multiple absences.

• J. Branthwaite (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined.
• J. Grealish (Foot Injury) is sidelined. J. Grealish, one of Everton’s leading creators with 2 goals and 6 assists, is a major blow for Sean Dyche’s attacking plans.
• I. Gueye (Injury) is sidelined, further reducing midfield experience and defensive balance.

With no injuries listed for key provider J. Garner, the midfielder with 7 assists and 2 goals is available and will be central to Everton’s build-up play from deep.

Sunderland Availability

Sunderland also have concerns.

• D. Ballard (Red Card) is sidelined, depriving them of a first-choice defender through suspension.
• R. Mundle (Hamstring Injury) is sidelined, trimming attacking depth from the wide areas.

Impact Summary

Everton lose significant creative output with J. Grealish sidelined, while Sunderland’s main creative force G. Xhaka (1 goal, 6 assists) remains available to dictate midfield. Both sides retain their top assist-makers, but Everton’s absences are more concentrated in key defensive and creative roles, whereas Sunderland’s are split between defense and attacking rotation.