Sunderland hosts AZ Alkmaar in Europa League clash at Stadium of Light
3 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 16, 2026, 5:30 AM
Last updated Sep 16, 2026
Sunderland faces AZ Alkmaar tonight at the Stadium of Light in their first Europa League match in over 50 years. The Black Cats aim to build on their rich history as they take on an experienced Dutch side known for their attacking style. AZ arrives in fine form, having won the 2026 Johan Cruyff Shield and currently sitting at the top of the Eredivisie. The match marks a significant moment for Sunderland as they rekindle their European journey. The tactical battle features AZ's possession-oriented approach that emphasizes movement and quick transitions.
- •Match kicks off on September 16, 2026.
- •Sunderland last played AZ in a friendly in 2005, winning 1-0.
- •AZ Alkmaar won the Johan Cruyff Shield this year with a 4-0 victory.
- •AZ is currently at the top of the Eredivisie with 16 points.
- •Sunderland's last European appearance was over 50 years ago.
- 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — Sunderland vs AZ Alkmaar – Predicted lineup and team news
- 5:30 AMYahoo Sports — Sunderland vs AZ Alkmaar – Match preview and team news
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Sunderland v AZ Alkmaar: The Tactical Battle Under the Lights
"Sunderland are preparing to feature in European competition for the first time in more than 50 years when they welcome AZ Alkmaar to the Stadium of Light in their opening Europa League match of the se...
"Sunderland is set to play their first European competition in over half a century as they host AZ Alkmaar in their opening Europa League fixture this season on Wednesday at the Stadium of Light.Sunder...
"European football is finally back on Wearside, but what can Sunderland expect from an AZ Alkmaar side with a distinctive style and plenty of continental experience?
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 5:30 AMSunderland vs AZ Alkmaar – Predicted lineup and team news
Sunderland are preparing to feature in European competition for the first time in more than 50 years when they welcome AZ Alkmaar to the Stadium of Light in their opening Europa League match of the se...
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 5:30 AMSunderland vs AZ Alkmaar – Match preview and team news
Sunderland is set to play their first European competition in over half a century as they host AZ Alkmaar in their opening Europa League fixture this season on Wednesday at the Stadium of Light.Sunder...
- Yahoo SportsSep 16, 2026, 5:00 AMSunderland v AZ Alkmaar: The Tactical Battle Under the Lights
European football is finally back on Wearside, but what can Sunderland expect from an AZ Alkmaar side with a distinctive style and plenty of continental experience?
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