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Sunderland faces depth questions ahead of new season in EPL

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 7, 2026, 5:00 AM

Last updated Aug 7, 2026

Sunderland faces depth questions ahead of new season in EPL

Summary

Sunderland AFC is preparing for a busy season with both the Premier League and Europa League on the horizon. Following a pre-season tour in the USA, questions remain about the team's depth and ability to handle increased demands. Although players from last year's first team performed well in recent matches against Leeds and Wrexham, the squad has seen key departures. Chris Rigg emerged as a standout performer, while new signings and youth players are being evaluated for their readiness to contribute. Several players are still working on their fitness ahead of the start of the season.

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Status Watch

•Sunderland has a similar squad to last season with key departures.
•Chris Rigg shows promise as a standout performer in pre-season.
•Youth players received valuable experience during the USA trip.
•Several first-team players are still yet to start pre-season training.
•Sunderland's depth will be tested with a potential 60-game season.

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5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Are Sunderland Ready for the Demands of a Bigger Season?

What they're saying

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With the Premier League and Europa League both on the horizon, do Sunderland have the depth, quality and home-grown talent to cope with the challenges ahead?
— Yahoo Sports

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