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Chris Rigg approaches 100 appearances with Sunderland in Premier League

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Last updated Aug 4, 2026

Chris Rigg approaches 100 appearances with Sunderland in Premier League

Summary

Chris Rigg, 19, is nearing 100 appearances for Sunderland's first team, having played a key role in their promotion to the Premier League. In the past season, he made 42 league appearances and started in the Play-Off final against Sheffield United at Wembley. Rigg has since transitioned into the Premier League, appearing in 11 matches as a starter and seven off the bench. As a regular for the England Under-19s, he aims to contribute significantly this season as Sunderland competes in the Europa League for the first time since the 1970s.

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By the Numbers

•Rigg is a defensive and attacking midfielder for Sunderland.
•He played 42 league matches last season in the Championship.
•Sunderland is participating in the Europa League this season.
•Rigg is a regular for England's Under-19 team.
•He has made 11 starts in the Premier League so far.

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What they're saying

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Although only 19, English midfielder Chris Rigg is closing in on 100 appearances for the Sunderland first team. Rigg, who can operate as a defensive or attacking central midfielder, then made the step-up impressively, starting 11 Premier League matches, with a further seven appearances from the bench.
— Yahoo Sports

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