Torreense vs Sunderland prediction: teams form analysis, possible lineups on October 15, 2026
On October 15, 2026, Torreense and Sunderland will meet in the second round of the Europa League league phase. The hosts will try to pull off another upset.
Torreense vs Sunderland: team news and expert analysis
The club from Torres Vedras failed to earn promotion to the Primeira Liga, finishing only third, but sensationally won the domestic cup. It then lost 0-1 to Porto in the Super Cup and has managed just one victory in the opening stages of the new season, even in the second division. Away to Tondela, Torreense suffered a 0-1 defeat.
The team from the Stadium of Light reached the Premier League in 2025. It immediately finished seventh there. Things are going much worse this time around: Sunderland did beat Hull in the League Cup, but has won only once in the opening rounds of the league. It also lost 0-2 to Brighton.
The Portuguese side surprised here as well. Playing away to Lillestrøm, Torreense scored once in each half to secure a victory. The English club, finally returning to the international stage, defeated AZ Alkmaar at home thanks to a penalty.
Previous meetings: Torreense vs Sunderland
Both clubs are making their tournament debuts, so it is hardly surprising that they have never met before.
The visitors are clearly superior in class. We expect them to win this clash with a -1 goal handicap (odds – 1.69).
Torreense vs Sunderland: key statistics and trends
- Torreense have won two of their last four matches
- Torreense score an average of one goal and concede 1.43 goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 43% of Torreense matches, while the average total is 2.43 goals per game
- Sunderland have lost three of their last four matches
- Sunderland score an average of one goal and concede two goals per match
- Both teams have scored in 50% of Sunderland matches, while the average total is 3.0 goals per game
Torreense vs Sunderland: possible starting lineups
Torreense are expected to line up in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation: Adriel – Vasquez, Feltes, Diadi, Bruno – Alfaro, Udriri – Jean, Marques, Pozo – Aboubakary
Sunderland are expected to line up in a 1-4-2-3-1 formation: Roefs – Mandava, Alderete, Danso, Mukiele – Sadiki, Xhaka – Fofana, Le Fée, Hume – Isidor
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