Arsenal's Unbeaten Run Reaches 11 as Sunderland Aims to Upset

As of November 8th, 2025, Arsenal has been on an unstoppable run, winning 10 consecutive matches across three leagues and six weeks. The Gunners have not lost a game since August 31st and have outscored their opponents by a staggering 27-2 margin during this span. Mikel Arteta's first-place side now looks to extend their winning streak at the Stadium of Light, where Sunderland is making the most of its return to the Premier League.

Both teams are in excellent form heading into this matchup. Arsenal currently sits atop the EPL table with 25 points (8-1-1) and boasts the best goal difference in the league at plus-15. The Gunners have recorded four straight clean sheets in league play and have also blanked opponents in their EFL Cup and Champions League matches.

Sunderland, on the other hand, is enjoying a remarkable start to its first Premier League campaign since 2016-17. The Black Cats are tied for 3rd place with 18 points, level with defending champions Liverpool and just one point behind second-place Manchester City. Sunderland's recent highlights include a 93rd-minute victory over Chelsea at Stamford Bridge and a 1-1 draw with Everton, the latter featuring a stunning equalizer from former Arsenal captain Granit Xhaka.

The reunion between Xhaka and his former club is sure to be a captivating subplot in this highly anticipated clash. After a tumultuous end to his Arsenal career, Xhaka has found a new home at Sunderland and will be eager to prove his worth against his former teammates.