EUROPA LEAGUE VERDICT: Sunderland’s Europa League adventure begins with brilliant draw
29.08.26, 16:13 Updated 29.08.26, 16:23 7 Minute Read
Keith Chapman
Régis Le Bris’ side will face eight different opponents during the league phase, with Anderlecht, AZ Alkmaar, Dinamo Zagreb, Lech Poznań, Jagiellonia Białystok, Levski Sofia and Torreense completing a schedule that will take Sunderland to four different countries and bring a host of European clubs to the Stadium of Light.
Yet, from the moment AC Milan were drawn alongside the Black Cats, there was little doubt which fixture would be the topic of conversation.
The prospect of playing at one of the most iconic stadiums in world football represents a remarkable moment for everyone connected with the club.
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Keith Chapman contributed to Sunderland's matchday programme from 2001-2016. Season ticket holder and supporter for over 40 years, Keith was one of the fans in one of the fleet of taxis home from Bristol Airport organised by Niall Quinn when he was Chairman of SAFC! Has also worked as a Programme Editor for Non-League, EFL and Premier League clubs since 2014.