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Sunderland and Arsenal name starting lineups for Premier League match

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 12, 2026, 5:47 PM

Last updated Sep 12, 2026

Sunderland and Arsenal name starting lineups for Premier League match

Summary

Arsenal travels to the Stadium of Light today for a Premier League fixture against Sunderland. Mikel Arteta leads his squad north with a perfect record in the 2026/27 season, having secured victories over Coventry City, Aston Villa, and Chelsea. The Gunners have conceded only one goal across their opening three matches. Conversely, Régis Le Bris enters the contest with his Sunderland side looking for consistency following a loss to Ipswich, a win against Fulham, and a draw at Brentford. The match is currently underway as both clubs seek to establish their standing in the table. This encounter serves as a challenge for the league leaders as they aim to maintain their momentum while under pressure from Manchester City.

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By the Numbers

•Arsenal arrives at the Stadium of Light with three consecutive wins to start the season.
•Sunderland enters the match with one win, one loss, and one draw so far.
•Mikel Arteta and Régis Le Bris have officially submitted their starting XIs.
•Arsenal has allowed only one goal during their current undefeated streak.

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5:47 PMYahoo Sports — 🚨 BREAKING: Sunderland and Arsenal name XIs for PL meeting

What they're saying

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Mikel Arteta's table-topping Arsenal travel north to lock horns with Régis Le Bris' Sunderland at Stadium of Light in what is another tricky fixture in the opening weeks of the 2026/27 Premier Leagu...
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