In a pivotal Premier League clash, struggling Sunderland AFC host relegation rivals Fulham FC, with both teams seeking to escape the drop zone. Sunderland, fresh off a narrow defeat to Chelsea, will look to capitalize on their opponents' recent dip in form, while Fulham must find a way to stop Sunderland's in-form striker, Ellis Simms. A win for either side could prove pivotal in their Premier League survival bid.