Sunderland - AZ Alkmaar
Match preview
Sunderland take on AZ Alkmaar in UEFA Europa League at Stadium of Light on 16 September 2026. AZ Alkmaar arrive on the back of 5 straight wins.
The most recent match for Sunderland was a 1-0 win over Fulham, after a 1-2 defeat against Ipswich before that.
The most recent match for AZ Alkmaar was a 5-2 win over GO Ahead Eagles, after a 2-0 win over Fortuna Sittard before that.
Our algorithm predicts AZ Alkmaar to win, with a probability of 40%. The full split: Sunderland 34%, draw 25%, AZ Alkmaar 40%.
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Possible line-up
This possible line-up is based on both teams' past line-ups, especially the most recent one. The actual line-up may differ and will be shown here as soon as it is announced.
Sunderland — Formation: 4-2-3-1
AZ Alkmaar — Formation: 4-2-3-1 
Sunderland — Formation: 4-2-3-1
AZ Alkmaar — Formation: 4-2-3-1