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2 Up, 2 Down: Sunderland Sucker-Punched By Ipswich On The Opening Day
The Lads stuttered on the opening day as Ipswich emerged victorious. What did our writers make of it?
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Andy’s Player Ratings: Ipswich 2-1 Sunderland – Defensive Errors See Home Side Take Spoils
Sunderland opened their Premier League campaign with a disappointed defeat in Suffolk, here’s how Andy rated the lads!
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Score Predictions: Can Sunderland Start With A Bang At Ipswich?
The Lads are back and so are Roker Report’s predictions! First up, a tricky-looking trip to Portman Road.
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Welcome to Sunderland, Dayann Méthalie
With the highly-rated Dayann Methalie now onboard, have Sunderland futureproofed the position adequately?
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Starting XI: Is This The Sunderland Team To Take On Ipswich Today?
Is this the starting eleven that Régis Le Bris will select when Sunderland take on Ipswich today?
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Could Sunderland Make More History In 2026/27?
With Europe secured, a settled squad and more quality on the way, could Sunderland be on the verge of another historic season - and perhaps even a first trophy in 53 years?
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Once More Unto The Breach: Sunderland Are Back
The summer is over, the speculation can wait and The Match is back. As Sunderland head to Portman Road, it’s time to start the battle all over again.
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Match Preview: Ipswich Town v Sunderland — The Opening Day Is Here At Last
It’s that time of year where the excitement and nerves return in equal measure as we kick-off the 2026-27 season at Portman Road!
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26/27 Pre-Season Predictions: Final Thoughts On Sunderland’s Prospects
It’s the final instalment of our pre-season series, so how are our writers feeling about what lies ahead for the Lads?
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Opposition Analysis: Can Sunderland Make A Winning Start At Ipswich?
Can Sunderland begin their second Premier League campaign with a statement victory, or will Gary O’Neil’s Ipswich spoil the party at Portman Road?
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Why Sunderland’s Pessimistic Premier League Predictions Miss The Point
From ‘second-season syndrome’ to European fatigue, the reasons for pessimism surrounding Sunderland are plentiful — but perhaps the evidence tells a very different story.
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Phil Bardsley backs Trai Hume and reveals his Sunderland comparison
Which Sunderland player reminds Phil Bardsley most of himself? The former defender also backs Trai Hume and explains why competition could be key this season.
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