THE BIG PREVIEW: Sunderland v AZ Alkmaar
16.09.26, 08:18 Updated 16.09.26, 12:07 3 Minute Read
Keith Chapman
Régis Le Bris’ side enter the game following a spirited performance against Premier League champions Arsenal on Saturday.
Sunderland went toe to toe with the visitors and created opportunities, but were ultimately edged out 2-0 at the Stadium of Light.
The Black Cats now turn their attention to European competition, with AZ providing a stern test on a historic night on Wearside.
AZ arrive with considerable experience of continental football and have made an impressive start to their domestic campaign, setting up an intriguing opening-night contest.
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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.