Hartlepool vs Sunderland: Sunderland look to end their pre-season campaign on a positive note when they face League 2 side, Hartlepool United on Monday.
Match Details
Teams: Hartlepool vs Sunderland
Venue: The Super 6 Stadium, Hartlepool, County Durham
Date: Monday 25th July, 2022
Time: 11:30 PM IST
Live Link: http://www.hotstar.com/
Preview
Hartlepool United come into this after a 1-0 loss to Blackburn in their previous pre-season clash on Thursday.
Vale scored the only goal of the contest with 10 minutes left on the clock to inflict a first loss on the League 2 side in pre-season.
The League 2 side can make it a strong finish with a victory as they would have won 2 of the 4 matches played. This is their final pre-season clash ahead of the season opener next week.
On the other hand, Sunderland lost 2-0 to Roma in their previous pre-season clash earlier this month.
Afena-Gyan and Zaniolo scored for the Serie A side to inflict a loss on the EFL Championship side.
Sunderland will also aim for a victory to give their side confidence ahead of the season opener next week vs Coventry.
Both teams last met in a club friendly clash in 2017 where Sunderland won 2-1.
Form Guide
Hartlepool United: LWLLD
Sunderland: LWDWW
Last Matches of both teams:
Hartlepool United 0-1 Blackburn
Roma 2-0 Sunderland
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Where to watch the live streaming and broadcast of Hartlepool vs Sunderland in India?
The match is live streamed on Hotstar VIP, YouTube and Jio TV App while the broadcast is on either teams’ social media handles.
Prediction: Hartlepool 1-2 Sunderland
Sunderland has the edge in terms of quality and are expected to nick this one but not without a strong showing from the League 2 opponents.