Premier League preview 29th December 2012

Tottenham s Gareth Bale scored a hat-trick at Villa last time out and will be looking to add to his tally at Sunderland on Saturday

This weekend’s Premier League action kicks-off at the Stadium of Light, where Sunderland host Tottenham in the early kick-off on Saturday.

The hosts surprised champions Manchester City 1-0 last time out and have now claimed two consecutive victories.

The Black Cats face a tough challenge on Saturday though against high-flying Spurs.

The visitors are fourth in the Premier League table, after winning 4-0 at Aston Villa courtesy of a hat-trick from Gareth Bale. Andre Villas-Boas’ side could go third in the table with a win in the north east.

Aston Villa have conceded 12 goals in their last two Premier League games a…