Sunderland plays York in pre-season friendly ahead of new season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 22, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Jul 22, 2026
Sunderland is currently facing York in a pre-season friendly, marking their return to club football following England's World Cup exit. The match, taking place in York, has drawn a strong turnout of Sunderland supporters. Both teams are utilizing this opportunity for preparation, with Sunderland reportedly taking control early in the game. Next, Sunderland has a series of matches planned against stronger opponents in the United States.
- •Sunderland's pre-season friendly against York takes place in York.
- •The match follows England's exit from the World Cup semi-finals.
- •Sunderland is scheduled to face Liverpool, Leeds, and Wrexham in upcoming matches.
- •Supporters are actively engaging in the atmosphere surrounding the game.
- •Sunderland performed well early, scoring four goals in the first half.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — View From The Away End: York Offers Sunderland the Perfect Return to Club Football
"After England's World Cup heartbreak, a pre-season trip to York provided the perfect reminder of why following Sunderland is always worth the journey!
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