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Izzy Atkinson extends contract with Sunderland ahead of new season

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Last updated Jul 31, 2026

Izzy Atkinson extends contract with Sunderland ahead of new season

Summary

Sunderland winger Izzy Atkinson has signed a new contract with the club in preparation for the 2026/2027 season. The announcement was made today via Sunderland's official website. Atkinson, who is 25 years old and a Republic of Ireland international, joined Sunderland after leaving Crystal Palace last summer. In her time at Sunderland, she made nine appearances in Barclays WSL2, scoring two goals and providing one assist, contributing to the team’s eighth-place finish last season. Atkinson expressed her eagerness to continue representing the club and to help the team improve this season.

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•Atkinson signed a new contract today ahead of the 2026/2027 season.
•She made nine appearances and scored two goals last season.
•Sunderland finished eighth in Barclays WSL2 last season.
•Atkinson joined Sunderland from Crystal Palace last summer.
•She aims to contribute significantly this season following a challenging end to last year.

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Sunderland winger Izzy Atkinson has signed a new contract with the club ahead of the 2026/2027 season.The Lady Black Cats announced the news via a post on their official club website earlier today.The...
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