Sunderland players target European goals against AZ Alkmaar
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 15, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Sep 15, 2026
Sunderland prepares to face AZ Alkmaar on September 15, 2026, in their first European match in over fifty years. Players like Brian Brobbey and Chris Rigg are highlighted as potential candidates to score the club's first goal in the competition. Brobbey seeks to start his scoring campaign after impressive performances, while Rigg's local ties add a personal narrative. Other players mentioned include Nordi Mukiele and Luke O'Nien, both expected to contribute significantly. The match marks a historic moment for the team as they return to European football.
- •Sunderland faces AZ Alkmaar on September 15, 2026.
- •Brian Brobbey and Chris Rigg are among players expected to score.
- •This is Sunderland's first European match in 53 years.
- •Other candidates for scoring include Nordi Mukiele and Luke O'Nien.
- •Sunderland seeks to capitalize on momentum from recent performances.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Which Player Might Make Sunderland Scoring History Against AZ Alkmaar?
"If we had to choose a Lads player to open the scoring on Wednesday evening, who would it be and why?
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