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Sunderland fans enjoy European away day in Portugal

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 17, 2026, 5:09 PM

Last updated Oct 17, 2026

Sunderland fans enjoy European away day in Portugal

Summary

Sunderland supporters are experiencing their first European away game in 53 years with a trip to Leiria, Portugal. Fans have engaged in local festivities, enjoying pints and mingling with locals as they prepare for their match. A warm reception from the townspeople has further enhanced the experience for the traveling fans. They have shared stories and celebrated the momentous occasion in a festive atmosphere in the town square.

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By the Numbers

•Sunderland fans are in Leiria for their first European match since 1973.
•The atmosphere features local engagements and supportive interactions between fans and locals.
•Fans reminisced about past club moments while enjoying the vibrant setting in the town square.
•Supporters are preparing for the match after an evening of festivities and local culture.

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5:09 PMYahoo Sports — Sun, Sagres and Sadiki: Sunderland’s European Away Day

What they're saying

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From pints in Lisbon to a last-minute winner in Leiria, Sunderland’s long-awaited European away day delivered everything the travelling fans could have hoped for - but how do you top a trip like that?
— Yahoo Sports

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