Liverpool vs Sunderland – Head to head record, results & stats

Liverpool and Sunderland have met 34 times on record. Liverpool lead with 19 wins, Sunderland have won 3 times and the two clubs have drawn 12 matches between them. Their first recorded meeting was on 23 August 1996.

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Across their recorded meetings, Liverpool have found the net 48 times against Sunderland, while Sunderland have scored 19 times in reply — a combined 67 goals shared between the two sides. Their most recent fixture was played on 11 February 2026, the latest chapter in a rivalry stretching back to 1996. Follow every upcoming Liverpool versus Sunderland clash on SportScore for live scores, starting lineups, minute-by-minute commentary and a head-to-head record that updates automatically once the full-time whistle blows.

How many times have Liverpool and Sunderland played each other?

Liverpool and Sunderland have met 34 times on record, with the first meeting on 23 August 1996.

Who has won more, Liverpool or Sunderland?

Liverpool have the edge with 19 wins to Sunderland's 3, with 12 draws between them.

When do Liverpool and Sunderland play next?

Their next scheduled meeting is on Wednesday, 02 December 2026. Follow it live on SportScore for scores, lineups and minute-by-minute commentary.

How many goals are scored when Liverpool play Sunderland?

Their meetings produce 2.09 goals per game on average, and both teams have scored in 40% of them.