Sunderland prepares for opening match against Ipswich in EPL
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 21, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Jun 21, 2026
Sunderland is set to open the 2026/2027 EPL season at newly-promoted Ipswich on August 13, 2026. The team has confidence following a strong finish last season, qualifying for the Europa League. Expectations are tempered as Ipswich finished second in the previous league, emphasizing the need for caution. Sunderland plans to earn at least eight points from their first five games, which include home matches against Fulham and Arsenal. Positive outlook is urged regardless of the season start outcome.
- •Sunderland opens the season at Ipswich on August 13, 2026.
- •Last season, Sunderland qualified for the Europa League.
- •Ipswich was promoted after finishing second in the league.
- •Sunderland targets eight points from the initial five fixtures.
- •Early matches include Fulham and Arsenal at home.
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