Sunderland AFC continued their European campaign with a UEFA Europa League league phase match against AZ Alkmaar at the Stadium of Light on September 16, 2026. Midfielder Enzo Le Fee opened the scoring for the home side in the first matchday of the 2026/27 competition.
The fixture marked another chapter in Sunderland's European home record, a tradition the club aims to protect as they navigate the new league phase format.
