Sunderland vs. Manchester United: Preview, Live Stream, Start Time and More

Manchester United still has an outside chance to claim the Premier League title heading into the season's final match. If the Red Devils defeat Sunderland, they need Queens Park Rangers to secure at least a draw against Manchester City to win their fifth title in six years.

It's a long shot, but it's not impossible. QPR is fighting to avoid relegation, and a single point would ensure it remains in the EPL for at least one more more year. That should give QPR plenty of motivation to shock the football world on Sunday.

Of course, Sunderland could throw a wrench into those plans with a strong showing of its own. While the Black Cats have been inconsistent throughout the season, they can end on a high note if they end United's title hopes.

Where: Stadium of Light in Sunderland, England

When: Sunday, May 13 at 10 a.m. ET

Watch: FX, Fox Deportes and FoxSoccer.tv

Betting Odds: Manchester United -245, Sunderland +600, Draw +340

Player to Watch for Sunderland: Nicklas Bendtner

Bendtner leads Sunderland in goals with eight, one ahead of midfielders Sebastian Larsson and Stephane Sessegnon. The 24-year-old Danish star still hasn't developed into the elite striker some people were expecting, but he's consistently been a solid contributor.

Overall, you'd have to call his loan from Arsenal a success for all sides. Bendtner got more playing time than he would have with the Gunners, the Black Cats received a boost to their offense and Arsenal got a better look at Bendtner's ability.

He didn't make an impact the first time these two teams met, so he'll be looking for a better showing this time out to head into the offseason with positive vibes.

Player to Watch for Manchester United: David de Gea

After spending a couple seasons with Atletico Madrid, de Gea made the move to Manchester United last summer. Things got off to a shaky start, which eventually led to Anders Lindegaard getting more playing time between the pipes.

He's retaken control of the starting job over the last few months, however, making 19 consecutive starts for the Red Devils. The main reason for his resurgence has been cutting down on the mental mistakes as he became more comfortable.

De Gea has recorded 12 clean sheets in 28 league games. Another one on Sunday will help keep Manchester United's slim title hopes alive.

Key Matchup: Sunderland Back Line vs. Wayne Rooney

Even though Sunderland only sits in 11th place, the Black Cats have actually been really strong in the defensive third this season. They have allowed just 45 goals, which is less than Arsenal, Newcastle United and Fulham.

The back line will face a tough test in the likes of Rooney in the season finale. The English sensation has scored 26 goals during the EPL campaign, ranking him second behind only Robin van Persie. He didn't find the net in the first meeting against Sunderland, however.

If the Black Cats are able to slow him down again, they will have a chance to pull off the upset. But that's easier said than done. Look for a solid game from Rooney.

What They're Saying

Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson isn't giving up hope of winning another championship, but he knows something crazy would have to happen, according to ESPN:

Do you know what happened 29 years ago today? I took an Aberdeen team to beat Real Madrid in a European final. 11 players, home bred and the oldest player was 27. That is Queens Park Rangers' challenge, to do an Aberdeen.

The odds are stacked against them. City are in good form, at home. On the face of it you expect City to win, but as long as humans are humans you hope something stupid to happen.

Ferguson's Sunderland counterpart, Martin O'Neill, has been happy with his team's progress throughout the season to reach this point, based on a report from the team website:

It was a big effort for the team to move out of trouble and get themselves into the position they are in now.

We're mentioning the possibility of finishing in the top ten - although it's not in our own hands - which is something we weren't contemplating a few months ago, and from that viewpoint I'm pretty delighted.

Prediction

Manchester United 2, Sunderland 0