Sunderland are set to face AZ Alkmaar in a UEFA Europa League fixture on September 16, 2026, according to previews published by Goal.com and Transfermarkt. The match is being framed as a historic European game for the English club, with Chronicle Live reporting on where supporters can obtain tickets.
Goal.com has published a full preview of the meeting, while Transfermarkt has issued its own prediction and tips for the fixture. Sunderland's official channels have also promoted the game, flagging it under the heading of final places for AZ Alkmaar. Inside Futbol, meanwhile, reports that the Dutch side have gone against expectations that they would rest a key player ahead of the trip to Sunderland.
The coverage points to a fixture drawing attention on both sides, with match information, betting-style analysis and ticketing all circulating in the build-up. Beyond those preview items, no further details on team selection, form or results have been confirmed in the available reporting.
What to watch next: official team news and the confirmed kick-off details as the September 16 fixture approaches.