Sunderland U18 desperately need points on Saturday, Feb 13 at 12:00 PM in the Premier League U18. With the team sitting in the bottom three, this is quickly becoming a must-win situation.

Sunderland U18 come into this fixture out of form (0W 2L recently). Manchester City U18, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (5W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Sunderland U18 head into this on the back of a defeat, while Manchester City U18 arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Sunderland U18 face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Manchester City U18 have won 8 of 10 encounters, with 1 draws. Their last encounter ended in Sunderland U18 won 1–4. These two tend to produce goals — averaging 4.4 per game in recent meetings.

Verdict: Despite home advantage, Manchester City U18 arrive in better form and with the historical edge. This could be a tricky afternoon for Sunderland U18. Manchester City U18 to win.