Sunderland faces Ipswich in Premier League opener at Portman Road
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 22, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Aug 22, 2026

Sunderland travels to Portman Road for their opening match against newly promoted Ipswich Town on August 22, 2026. Analysts predict a competitive game, with Sunderland favored to score multiple goals. Roker Report predicts a mix of outcomes, with scores varying from 1-1 to 2-0 in Sunderland's favor. Several contributors highlight the importance of key players like Granit Xhaka and the intensity of playing against a newly promoted side.
- •Sunderland plays Ipswich Town on August 22, 2026.
- •Predictions include Sunderland scoring 2 goals.
- •Ipswich is a newly promoted side looking to impress.
- •Key players' performances may influence the result.
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"The Lads are back and so are Roker Report’s predictions! First up, a tricky-looking trip to Portman Road.
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