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Sunderland AFC prepares for European match against Torrensee in Portugal

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Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Sunderland AFC prepares for European match against Torrensee in Portugal
Summary

Sunderland AFC is set to play Torrensee in Portugal on October 15, marking their first European match in over 50 years. This game follows Sunderland's 1-0 win against AZ Alkmaar in their opening Europa League fixture. Despite a challenging start to their domestic season, Sunderland aims to use this European experience as a catalyst for improvement in the league. Thousands of fans are expected to travel for the match, which takes place at a neutral venue.

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  • •Sunderland's last European match was in 1973 against Sporting Lisbon.
  • •The game against Torrensee will kick off on October 15.
  • •Sunderland hopes to improve their league standing after early struggles.
  • •Fans are traveling to Portugal for this historic match.
  • •The match is played at a neutral venue against a second-tier team.
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What they're saying
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A first European trip in fifty three years has arrived, and it's a chance to fight the good fight on foreign soil.

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