Sunderland vs Dinamo Zagreb Preview, prediction, injury news & lineups | UEFA Europa League 2026-27
The Black Cats eye a win over Croatian giants to extend their unbeaten streak in Europe.
Beneath the biting North Sea gales that sweep across Wearside, the Stadium of Light in Sunderland gears up to host the Matchweek 4 fixture in the UEFA Europa League 2026-27. Home team Sunderland and Croatian giants Dinamo Zagreb face each other in what is set to be a thrilling clash.
The Black Cats find themselves one spot away from the top eight. They are placed ninth in the table with seven points. They won twice and drew one game in their first three games.
After wins over Alkmaar and Torreense, Sunderland settled for a 1-1 draw against Lech Poznan. However, the Black Cats’ home form recently has been a bit concerning as they failed to score in three of their last five home games. Defensively, they have been pretty solid, keeping four clean sheets in their last seven home games.
Dinamo Zagreb find themselves placed 18th in the points table with a win, defeat and a draw each in their first three games in the UEFA Europa League. Playing away from home has not been a Herculean task for the Croatian giants, who have scored 21 goals in their last nine away games.
They have been in red-hot form offensively, scoring 44 goals in their last 19 matches. They kicked off their campaign with a goalless draw against Hapoel Beer Sheva before winning 1-0 against Anderlecht. They conceded a defeat in their most recent encounter against NEC Nijmegen 4-2.
Kick-off:
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- Location: Sunderland, UK
- Stadium: Stadium of Light
- Kick-off time: 1:30 am IST
- Date: Friday, November 6
- Referee: Andrea Colombo
- VAR: In use
Form:
Sunderland (in all competitions): L-W-D-D-L
Dinamo Zagreb (in all competitions): L-W-L-W-W
Players to Watch
Noah Sadiki (Sunderland)
The Congolese midfielder found his name in the scoresheet when Sunderland met Torreense in their most recent Europa League fixture. Sadiki and Xhaka’s duo in the midfield will be crucial as the Black Cats eye all three points at home against the Croatian giants.
He will be up against Stojkovic and Zajc in the midfield. Sadiki acts as a mobile shield in front of the central defenders and closes down dangers early before attackers can line up for a shot.
Sergi Dominguez (Dinamo Zagreb)
The Spanish centre back is a product of Barcelona’s youth academy and has started in all three Europa League games for the Croatian giants. He will be up against an elite Sunderland attack that has netted four goals in the last two games.
A tall, composed and technically sound central defender, Dominguez often does not panic when pressed by attackers. Standing over 6 foot 3, he uses his height and leap to clear high crosses and win aerial duels.
Match Facts
- These two sides are set to meet each other for the first time ever.
- Sunderland are unbeaten so far in the Europa League.
- Dinamo Zagreb scored 21 goals in their last nine away matches.
Betting Tips and Odds
- Sunderland to win- 12/25 with bet365
- Brian Brobbey to score – 21/20 with bet365
- Sunderland 2-0 Dinamo Zagreb – 13/2 with bet365
Injury and Team News
For the hosts, Nordi Mukiele, Ballard and Romaine Mundle will be absent due to injury concerns.
For Dinamo Zagreb, Dani Rodriguez is doubtful. Fran Topic and Scott McKenna are also injured.
Head-to-Head
These two sides are set to meet each other for the first time ever.
Predicted Lineups
Sunderland predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)
Robin Roefs (GK); Trai Hume, Luke O’Nien, Omar Alderete, Reinildo Mandava; Lindon Sadiki, Granit Xhaka; Chris Rigg, Enzo Le Fée, Nilson Angulo; Brian Brobbey
Dinamo Zagreb predicted lineup (4-1-4-1)
Dominik Kotarski (GK); Moris Valinčić, Benjamin Domínguez, Niko Galešić, Matteo Vinlöf; Josip Mišić; Yonathan Rodríguez, Luka Stojković, Miha Zajc, Arbër Hoxha; Dion Drena Beljo
Match Prediction
Given Sunderland’s recent form in the Europa League and their home advantage, it is likely that the Black Cats will emerge victorious in the next game with Brian Brobbey breaking the deadlock.
Prediction: Sunderland 2-0 Dinamo Zagreb
Telecast Details
- India: Sony Sports Network, SonyLIV
- UK: TNT Sports
- Germany: RTL, Sky
- France: Canal+
- USA: Paramount+, DAZN, TUDN
When and where is the Sunderland vs Dinamo Zagreb match?
The match will be played at the Stadium of Light on Friday, 6 November, at 1:30 a.m. IST.
Where and how to watch the Sunderland vs Dinamo Zagreb match in India?
The match can be streamed on Sony Sports Network channels and SonyLIV in India.
Where and how to watch the Sunderland vs Dinamo Zagreb match in UK?
The match can be streamed on TNT Sports in the UK.
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