Portsmouth v Sunderland: Is the game on TV? Kick-off time, head-to-head stats and team news

Recently promoted Portsmouth host early league leaders Sunderland in the EFL Championship, with both sides experiencing contrasting campaigns so far.

League One champions Portsmouth sit in mid-table after three draws from their first three games back in the Championship.

Sunderland meanwhile are top of the league following three wins in a row without conceding a goal.

Is Portsmouth v Sunderland on TV?

Portsmouth v Sunderland hasn't been selected for live broadcast in the UK.

Portsmouth v Sunderland kick-off time, date and venue

Portsmouth v Sunderland will take place at Fratton Park in Portsmouth, on Saturday 31st August, with kick-off set for 15:00 BST.

Portsmouth v Sunderland stats and head-to-head record (H2H)

John Mousinho's Portsmouth are yet to win a game this season, they have recorded three defeats and one draw in four matches in all competitions.

Sunderland have won their first three Championship matches without conceding a goal, however the Black Cats lost 2-0 away at Preston North End in the EFL Cup.

Portsmouth v Sunderland head-to-head record (H2H)

Portsmouth wins	37
Draws	35
Sunderland wins	41

Portsmouth v Sunderland team news

Portsmouth team news

Winger Josh Murphy won't be available for selection after the summer signing suffered an ankle injury in pre-season.

Defender Regan Poole is also set to miss out with a knee injury.

Sunderland team news

Midfielder Daniel Neil is suspended after receiving two yellow cards in the win over Burnley last time out.

Young defender Jenson Seelt is a long-term absentee with a knee injury.