Torreense vs Sunderland prediction, odds and how to watch

Sunderland edged AZ Alkmaar 1-0 in the UEFA Europa League thanks to a 66th-minute Enzo Le Fée penalty, grinding out a result despite the Dutch side controlling the ball for the majority of the match.

Arsenal claimed a composed 2-0 Premier League victory at Sunderland, with Bruno Guimarães scoring on his second-half introduction before Bukayo Saka converted a late penalty to settle the contest.

Chemsdine Talbi's right-foot finish on 71 minutes was enough to send Hull City past Sunderland in the Carabao Cup, despite the hosts enjoying more territory and creating the bigger volume of chances.

Bournemouth have not won a Premier League match in their last five attempts, drawing four of them. Sunderland arrive with problems of their own. Something has to give.

Sunderland head to Portugal on Thursday looking to build on a tight Europa League win over AZ Alkmaar. Torreense are no pushovers at home, but the Black Cats showed they know how to keep things locked.

Sunderland host Brighton on Saturday carrying a significant injury list, but their recent home form gives them every reason to believe they can compete. Brighton arrive inconsistent and leaky on the road. Something has to give.

Arsenal have requested a meeting with Pro Ref over the penalty awarded against them at Sunderland, adding it to a growing list of officiating grievances including a KMI ruling on the Villa game and last season's Gabriel red-card controversy. Arteta warns the decision could cost his side 'momentum' in the title race.

Arsenal will contact refereeing body Pro Ref for an explanation over the VAR-confirmed penalty against Ezri Konsa in their 2-0 win over Sunderland, after Mikel Arteta branded the call 'unacceptable' and warned such moments 'can cost you the championship'.