Sunderland hosts Rennes in final pre-season match at Stadium of Light
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 15, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Aug 15, 2026
Sunderland welcomes Stade Rennais for a pre-season fixture at the Stadium of Light today. This match marks Sunderland's return home after qualifying for the Europa League last season. Under manager Franck Haise, Rennes employs a structured 4-3-3 formation focused on vertical possession and intensive pressing. The encounter serves as preparation for Sunderland ahead of their Europa League campaign, with players like Eliezer Mayenda expected to make an impact on his return to Wearside.
- •Sunderland's first match back at Stadium of Light since last season.
- •Rennes finished sixth in Ligue 1, qualifying for Europa League.
- •Rennes utilizes a tactical 4-3-3 system with high pressing strategy.
- •Match helps Sunderland prepare for the upcoming Europa League campaign.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Opposition Analysis: A Stadium Of Light Soirée As Sunderland Meet Rennes
"Can Sunderland rise to the challenge while giving Eliezer Mayenda the welcome he deserves on his return to Wearside?
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