In Manchester United vs Sunderland head-to-head records, Manchester United and Sunderland have met 31 times across all competitions. In these meetings, Manchester United recorded 23 wins (Total Goals: 13, PPG: 2.39), while Sunderland secured 3 wins (Total Goals: 1, PPG: 0.45). Manchester United and Sunderland have drawn 5 times against each other.
Manchester United vs Sunderland Head to Head: Stats, Rivalry History, Form Guide, Biggest Wins
H2H Overall Match Stats
In the Sunderland vs Manchester United rivalry, Manchester United stands at 74.19%, and Sunderland currently is 9.68%.
In their recent performance based on last 5 matches, Manchester United has recorded 4 wins, 1 loss, and 0 draws. On the other hand, Sunderland has registered 1 win, 4 losses, and 0 draws.
This article provides the Manchester United vs Sunderland head-to-head record including biggest victories and defeats between both sides, and Sunderland vs Manchester United stats in all competitions in which they’ve played against each other.
Sunderland vs Manchester United Head to Head: Overall Record
In this section, we'll break down the Sunderland vs Manchester United head to head records.
Stats | Manchester United | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
Total Matches | 32 | 32 |
Wins | 23 | 3 |
Losses | 3 | 23 |
Draws | 6 | 6 |
Manchester United vs Sunderland Head to Head: Rivalry History Explained
The Manchester United vs Sunderland rivalry stretches back to 1893, when a new club called Newton Heath (Man United) got thumped 5-0 by Sunderland. Decades followed where Sunderland’s red-and-white stripes haunted United; then the power shifted and Manchester United’s name began to cast a very long shadow.
Golden eras and struggles have defined both clubs. While Sunderland’s 1930s and 40s were golden, with a run of 11 wins in 15 games. Fast forward, United’s modern dominance cuts through the Premier League years. Their famous 2013–14 League Cup escape, surviving a fierce United fightback, proved there’s always space for new upsets in an old rivalry. This is a fixture where pride, not just points, is on the line.
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Man United vs Sunderland Stats: All-Time Stats Comparison
The Man United vs Sunderland stats reveal the competitive nature of this fixture across different metrics:
Stats | Manchester United | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
Goals Scored | 13 | 1 |
Goals Conceded | 1 | 13 |
Points Per Game | 2.34 | 0.47 |
Clean Sheets | 17 | 4 |
Yellow Cards | 22 | 16 |
Red Cards | 2 |
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Manchester United vs Sunderland Head to Head: All Time Top Scorers
One of the best Manchester United players of all-time, Wayne Rooney, is the all-time top scorer in the history of the Manchester United vs Sunderland head to head encounters.
Rank | Player | Goals Scored |
|---|---|---|
1 | Wayne Mark Rooney | 5 |
2 | Dimitar Berbatov | 2 |
3 | Kenwyne Jones | 2 |
4 | Nemanja Vidic | 2 |
5 | Adnan Januzaj | 2 |
6 | Fabio Borini | 2 |
7 | Juan Mata | 2 |
8 | Zlatan Ibrahimović | 2 |
9 | Henrikh Mkhitaryan | 2 |
10 | Darren Bent | 1 |
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Manchester United vs Sunderland Trophies: Who has the Most Trophies
Let's take a look at the Manchester United vs Sunderland trophies.
| Competition | Manchester United | Sunderland |
|---|---|---|
| First Division / Premier League | 20 | 6 |
| Second Division / Championship | 2 | 5 |
| Third Division / League One | – | 1 |
| FA Cup | 13 | 2 |
| EFL Cup / League Cup | 6 | – |
| FA Charity / Community Shield | 21 | 1 |
| UEFA Champions League / European Cup | 3 | – |
| UEFA Cup Winners’ Cup | 1 | – |
| UEFA Europa League | 1 | – |
| UEFA Super Cup | 1 | – |
| FIFA Club World Cup | 1 | – |
| Intercontinental Cup | 1 | – |
| Total Major Trophies | 70 | 15 |
Man United vs Sunderland H2H: Biggest Wins
Below, we've mentioned a few great outings between these two clubs in the Man United vs Sunderland h2h.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who has more wins in the Manchester United vs Sunderland rivalry?
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Who has more wins in the Manchester United vs Sunderland rivalry?
Manchester Unietd have more wins in this rivalry. Manchester United have won 64 matches, Sunderland have won 41 matches and 36 games ended as a draw.
Who has more wins in Manchester United vs Sunderland rivalry?
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Who has more wins in Manchester United vs Sunderland rivalry?
Manchester United has more wins in this rivalry. Manchester United has won 23 matches, while Sunderland has won 3 matches.
What is the overall head-to-head record between Manchester United and Sunderland?
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What is the overall head-to-head record between Manchester United and Sunderland?
The overall head-to-head record between Manchester United and Sunderland is: Manchester United 23 wins, Sunderland 3 wins, and 6 draws. In total, they have played 32 matches against each other.
Who is more successful between Manchester United and Sunderland?
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Who is more successful between Manchester United and Sunderland?
Manchester United has been more successful in this rivalry with a 71.9% win rate compared to 9.4% for Sunderland.
What is Manchester United's biggest win over Sunderland?
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What is Manchester United's biggest win over Sunderland?
Manchester United's biggest win over Sunderland was 0-4 in 2007.
Who holds the record of the most goals scored in Manchester United vs Sunderland?+
Wayne Mark Rooney is the top scorer in Manchester United vs Sunderland matches with 5 goals in 4 fixtures.
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