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Sunderland faces Watford in a crucial Championship match, with Sunderland seeking to extend their unbeaten streak.

Sunderland is gearing up to host Watford at the Stadium of Light on Saturday, February 8th, 2025, in a pivotal EFL Championship matchup. Currently sitting in fourth place, Sunderland boasts an impressive record with 16 wins from 30 league games, trailing league leaders Leeds United by eight points. The Black Cats are riding high on a six-game unbeaten streak, recently securing a thrilling 3-2 victory over Middlesbrough in the Tees-Wear derby. Key contributions came from Dan Neil and Wilson Isidor, alongside an own goal from Ryan Giles that sealed the win in the dying moments of the match.

In contrast, Watford finds itself struggling in 12th place with 41 points, having suffered three consecutive league defeats. Their latest setback came against Norwich City, where they lost 1-0 after striker Vakoun Issouf Bayo received a red card in the 35th minute, leaving the team to battle with ten men for the remainder of the match.

Historically, Sunderland and Watford have faced each other 48 times across all competitions, with Sunderland leading the head-to-head record with 19 wins compared to Watford`s 13, while 16 matches have ended in draws. As the Championship season progresses, Sunderland aims to capitalize on their current form, while Watford seeks to turn their fortunes around.

Other notable matches on the same day include Oxford United vs. Bristol City, Plymouth Argyle vs. West Bromwich Albion, and Derby County vs. Sheffield United. The Championship`s top scorers include Borja Sainz of Norwich with 15 goals, Josh Maja of West Bromwich with 12 goals, and Elijah Adebayo of Luton Town, showcasing the competitive nature of the league.

For more insights, check out the match prediction and the current standings.

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