Sunderland prepares for three upcoming matches against Arsenal, AZ Alkmaar, and Manchester City

Sunderland enters an eight-day stretch featuring three consecutive fixtures against top-tier opposition. The sequence begins at the Stadium of Light with a Premier League match against Arsenal. Following that, the club hosts AZ Alkmaar for its first European contest in 53 years. The run concludes with an away match against Manchester City at the Etihad. These games mark a significant rise for the club, which competed in the third tier of English football four years ago. The team is currently managed by Régis Le Bris, who looks to navigate this demanding schedule before a three-week break for international play.

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