Sunderland prepares for 2026/27 Europa League opponents after draw

Sunderland will compete in the 2026/2027 UEFA Europa League following a seventh-place finish in the Premier League last season. The club learned its opponents during the league phase draw conducted at the Grimaldi Forum in Monaco on August 28, 2026. Sunderland is scheduled to face AZ Alkmaar, GNK Dinamo, Jagiell Jagiellonia, Levski Sofia, AC Milan, Anderlecht, Lech Poznan, and Torrense. Under the leadership of head coach Régis Le Bris, the team will travel to the San Siro to play AC Milan as part of the fixture list. Captained by Granit Xhaka, the squad aims to build on the defensive solidity and team spirit that secured their European qualification. Supporters are currently finalizing travel arrangements for the upcoming continental fixtures.

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