Sunderland struggles with goals as new season approaches

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Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Sunderland struggles with goals as new season approaches
Summary

Sunderland's scoring difficulties persist ahead of the new season, following a disappointing total of 42 goals last year. The team looks to improve its offensive output through recent signings, including Nilson Angulo and Igor Paixão, as they prepare for a challenging campaign in the Europa League and domestic cups. Past performances indicate that relying solely on existing players like Wilson Isidor and Brian Brobbey to significantly raise their goal tally may not suffice. Sunderland aims for a top-ten finish, but without more contributions from wingers and midfielders, achieving that target could be challenging.

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  • Sunderland scored the fewest goals of any top-ten team last season.
  • New signings include Nilson Angulo and Igor Paixão to enhance goal scoring.
  • Wilson Isidor and Brian Brobbey were the team's top scorers but may not suffice.
  • Wingers and midfielders contributed only minimal goals last season.
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  • 5:00 AMYahoo SportsWhy Sunderland Must Find More Goals to Kick On This Season
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Sunderland’s lack of goals was a nagging issue last season - could the club’s recent transfer activity finally provide the attacking spark needed to push towards the top ten?

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