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Sunderland prepares for pre-season clash against Lens in France

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 8, 2026, 5:00 AM

Last updated Aug 8, 2026

Sunderland prepares for pre-season clash against Lens in France

Summary

Sunderland faces Lens in a pre-season friendly in France on August 8, 2026. This match represents a significant test for Sunderland, who will split their squad for two games that day. Manager Régis Le Bris, dealing with injuries to Simon Adingra and Omar Alderete, has enough depth to field two competitive teams. The match is expected to focus on player fitness ahead of the Premier League opener against Ipswich Town in two weeks. Sunderland aims to improve scoring efficiency and build confidence before the season begins.

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Status Watch

•Sunderland plays Lens in pre-season on August 8, 2026.
•Manager Régis Le Bris must split the squad for two games.
•Injuries to Simon Adingra and Omar Alderete challenge squad depth.
•Sunderland seeks to improve goal-scoring before season opener.
•Final pre-season game is against Ipswich Town in two weeks.

Latest Updates

5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Match Preview: Sunderland Say ‘Bonjour!’ As We Head To France

What they're saying

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Can Sunderland pass their sternest pre-season examination yet? With two games in one day, how will Régis Le Bris manage his squad ahead of the Premier League opener?
— Yahoo Sports

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