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Swansea City aims for strong start in Championship opener at Stoke

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 2:45 PM

Last updated Jun 26, 2026

Swansea City aims for strong start in Championship opener at Stoke

Summary

Swansea City, managed by Vitor Matos, is set to kick off its 2026-27 Championship season with a match at Stoke City on the road. Former player Andy Robinson describes the game as 'winnable' and emphasizes the importance of starting strong, especially following last season's struggles away from home. Swansea will also face Sheffield United at home the following weekend and conclude August with a trip to Derby County. Robinson expresses optimism but acknowledges the challenges ahead, particularly with the away games. He believes a solid performance in the first three fixtures could set a positive tone for the season.

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By the Numbers

•Swansea's season opener is scheduled for June 30 at Stoke City.
•Robinson predicts Swansea will secure points in its first three games.
•Last season, Swansea won only seven of 23 away league matches.
•The team faces Sheffield United at home on July 7.
•Swansea concludes August with a match against Derby County.

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2:45 PMYahoo Sports — Swans have chance to make bright start - Robinson

What they're saying

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Former Swansea City player Andy Robinson says Vitor Matos' side have the chance to make a bright start to the new Championship season. Robinson says the Swans will start the 2026-27 second-tier campaign with a "winnable" game at Stoke City. Swansea's first home league game comes the following weekend against Sheffield United before they end August with a trip to Derby County.
— Yahoo Sports

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