How to watch today's Arsenal vs Sunderland Premier League game: Live stream, TV channel, and start time

Arsenal's title charge continues when they host the impressive Sunderland at Emirates Stadium.

Here is where to find English-language live streams of Arsenal vs Sunderland, as GOAL brings you everything you need to know about how to watch the game today.

	USA	Peacock
	Australia	Stan Sport
	Canada	Fubo Canada
	India	JioStar
	South / Sub-Saharan Africa	SuperSport
	Malaysia	Astro
	Middle East	beIN Sports MENA

How to watch anywhere with a VPN

If you are travelling abroad or just want to access your usual streaming services from a different part of the world, you may run into geo-restrictions. This is where a Virtual Private Network (VPN) comes in handy.

A VPN, such as NordVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. Click here for a step-by-step guide or, alternatively, check out GOAL's guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.

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Arsenal vs Sunderland kick-off time

Premier League - Premier League

Emirates Stadium

Arsenal vs Sunderland kicks off on 7 Feb 2026 at 10:00 EST and 15:00 GMT. 

Match preview

The Gunners will have revenge on their minds after the reverse fixture ended 1-1 after a stoppage-time Brian Brobbey goal. More pertinently, however, they'll be keen to capitalise on any potential slip-ups from title rivals Man City and Aston Villa. The Gunners would extend their lead at the summit to nine points with a win here, before City travel to Anfield to face Liverpool later in the day. 

After a blip where they picked up two points from three league outings, Arsenal have secured three consecutive wins across all competitions, including a 4-0 win at Leeds last time out in the league. 

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Sunderland, promoted from the Championship this season, have exceeded all expectations, sitting in eighth place with 36 points after 24 matches. Much of this impressive performance has been down to their home form, where they've picked up 26 points. However, they've not won an away game in the league since October. Notably, though, they have won two of their last three matches, against Burnley and Crystal Palace.

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Injury news, suspensions, key stats

Arsenal star Mikel Merino needs foot surgery and will likely miss the remainder of the season. Bukayo Saka was injured in the warm-up against Leeds and didn't make it for the EFL Cup semi-final win over Chelsea. so is unlikely to be fit here. Skipper Martin Odegaard also missed the Chelsea game but could feature against the Black Cats.

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Heartbreakingly for Sunderland skipper Granit Xhaka, the Swiss ex-Arsenal captain is injured and won't be available for a reunion with old teammates. Wingers Jocelin Ta Bi and Bertrand Traore are also out. 

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Team news & squads

Arsenal vs Sunderland Probable lineups

Arsenal

4-2-3-1

Formation

5-4-1

SUN

1

D. Raya

2

W. Saliba

6

Gabriel

12

J. Timber

33

R. Calafiori

20

N. Madueke

19

L. Trossard

29

K. Havertz

41

D. Rice

36

M. Zubimendi

14

V. Gyoekeres

22

R. Roefs

17

Reinildo

5

D. Ballard

32

T. Hume

15

O. Alderete

20

N. Mukiele

7

C. Talbi

27

N. Sadiki

28

E. Le Fee

19

H. Diarra

9

B. Brobbey

5-4-1

SUN

Probable lineup

• 1

  D. Raya

• 2

  W. Saliba

• 6

  Gabriel

• 12

  J. Timber

• 33

  R. Calafiori

• 20

  N. Madueke

• 19

  L. Trossard

• 29

  K. Havertz

• 41

  D. Rice

• 36

  M. Zubimendi

• 14

  V. Gyoekeres

Substitutes

Manager

• M. Arteta

Probable lineup

• 22

  R. Roefs

• 17

  Reinildo

• 5

  D. Ballard

• 32

  T. Hume

• 15

  O. Alderete

• 20

  N. Mukiele

• 7

  C. Talbi

• 27

  N. Sadiki

• 28

  E. Le Fee

• 19

  H. Diarra

• 9

  B. Brobbey

Substitutes

Manager

• R. Le Bris

Form

Head-to-Head Record

ARS

Last 5 matches

SUN

3

Wins

2

Draws

0

Wins

• Sunderland

  2

  -

  2

  Arsenal

• Arsenal

  5

  -

  1

  Sunderland

• Arsenal

  2

  -

  0

  Sunderland

• Sunderland

  1

  -

  4

  Arsenal

• Sunderland

  0

  -

  0

  Arsenal

13

Goals scored

4

Games over 2.5 goals

3/5

Both teams scored

3/5

Standings

Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Arsenal vs Sunderland today

NordVPN

1. Download & Install: Sign up to NordVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
2. Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
3. Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
4. Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.

>How to watch on the Big Screen

Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:

• Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
• Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.

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