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25 things you didn't know about the Foundation of Light
From future football stars and famous faces to life-changing opportunities across the North East, Foundation of Light has plenty of stories to tell. As Sunderland AFC’s official charity celebrates its 25th anniversary, we’re looking back at 25 facts, milestones and stories that reveal the impact it has made across our region since 2001. 1. Jill Scott once completed work experience with the Foundation Long before becoming a European champion, England legend and Queen of the Ju...
What's in this Week's Membership Monday?
Three member ballots to mark in your diaries for next week, Trai Hume features in this week's BCM Interview, and there are still two seats in 76 Yards up for grabs for Dinamo Zagreb but time is running out to enter. Here's your week. TICKETS Aston Villa (A) Ballot Saturday 21 November, KO 3pm. Open to Season Ticket Plus Members next week. Opens: Tuesday 27 October, 3pm Closes: Thursday 29 October, 3pm Lead applicants will hear from us from 4pm on Friday 30 October. Jagiellonia Białys...
Supporters' Guide: Lech Poznan (A)
Lech Poznan Away Fan Guide View our Poznan Away Fan Guide Access Guide Here 1,861 Sunderland AFC supporters will travel to Poland this week for our UEFA Europa League fixture against Lech Poznan. ARTICLE UPDATED 20/10/26 - 09:30 We’re sorry this information has reached you later than we would have liked. There are a lot of moving parts in a European away trip, and we had to wait for final confirmation from Lech Poznan and the local authorities in Poznan before we could issue it. Lech...
Newcastle away fixture travel arrangements confirmed
Following a decision by Newcastle’s Safety Advisory Group (SAG), Sunderland AFC can confirm that supporters attending our Premier League away fixture against Newcastle United (Sunday 6 December, 2pm kick-off) will be required to travel by organised coach. Throughout this process, the Club has engaged with the relevant authorities, setting out clearly our concerns about the impact of a full bubble operation on Sunderland supporters, particularly the restrictions on individual travel cho...
Four Sunderland fixtures rescheduled by Premier League
The Premier League has confirmed amendments to four of Sunderland AFC’s upcoming fixtures in December. The Black Cats’ away trips to Liverpool and Newcastle United, alongside home fixtures against Nottingham Forest and Crystal Palace, will all be shown live on Sky Sports. Sunderland’s visit to Anfield on Wednesday 2 December will kick off at 7.30pm GMT. The Tyne-Wear derby at St. James’ Park will take place on Sunday 6 December, with kick-off scheduled for 2pm GMT...
Mukiele calls for fight and unity as Sunderland look to respond
Nordi Mukiele has called on Sunderland to fight together, return to their foundations and show their true level as the Black Cats prepare for two crucial fixtures against Lech Poznań and Leeds United. The defender delivered an honest assessment following Sunday’s Premier League defeat to AFC Bournemouth, insisting the squad must take responsibility for their performances and work tirelessly to turn things around. Sunderland travel to Poland on Thursday to face Lech Poznań in the UEFA...
Who are Foundation of Light?
You’ve probably seen the name. But what does Foundation of Light actually do? As Sunderland AFC’s official charity, Foundation of Light uses the power of football to change lives across Sunderland and the wider North East. For 25 years, it has supported people at every stage of life. From toddlers kicking a ball for the first time to adults taking their first steps back into work. From young people facing challenges at school to those finding friendship, confidence and a renewe...
Le Bris provides Brian Brobbey update
Régis Le Bris has explained Sunderland’s decision to take a cautious approach with Brian Brobbey after the striker missed Sunday’s Premier League fixture against AFC Bournemouth. Brobbey was named in the squad for Thursday’s UEFA Europa League victory over S.C.U. Torreense but was not involved at the Vitality Stadium, with the Club continuing to manage his return from a hamstring injury. The Dutch forward has trained with the squad throughout the week, and Le Bris ...
Report | Tyne-Wear derby victory for SAFC Women
Sunderland Women secured three points in the Subway Players Cup with a 1-0 Tyne-Wear derby win over local rivals Newcastle United at the Gateshead International Stadium on Sunday. Katie Kitching’s second-half finish, followed by a Noa Schumacher penalty save, earned the victory for the Lasses. Head Coach Mel Reay named a much-changed side following a 3-1 win over Leicester City in the WSL2 last time out, handing first Sunderland starts to Ria Bose and Lily Dent. The hosts threatene...
Le Bris: “We were not Sunderland today”
Régis Le Bris admitted Sunderland were below the required level following Sunday’s 2-0 Premier League defeat to AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. The Black Cats fell behind in the sixth minute when Marcus Tavernier headed home Evanilson’s cross, before Kevin Danso was shown a straight red card 11 minutes later, leaving the visitors to play the majority of the contest with 10 men. Robin Roefs produced a series of saves to keep Sunderland in the game, but Evanilson ...
Sunderland defeated at Bournemouth
Fixtures Bournemouth Vs. Sunderland - Sun, Oct 18 2026, 14:00 AFC Bournemouth 2-0 Sunderland Sunderland were beaten 2-0 by AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium on Sunday afternoon, with first-half and second-half goals settling the Premier League fixture. The Black Cats arrived on the south coast following Thursday night’s UEFA Europa League win in Portugal, looking to translate their European form into a positive domestic result. Bournemouth took the lead in the sixth minute wh...
Tutierov to make Premier League debut at AFC Bournemouth
Timur Tutierov is set to make his Premier League debut as Sunderland take on AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium this afternoon, kick-off 2pm BST. The Ukraine Under-21 international leads the line for the Black Cats, with Brian Brobbey sidelined by a hamstring injury. Chris Rigg makes his first Premier League start of the season, while Nilson Angulo drops to the substitutes’ bench. Habib Diarra is named among the substitutes for a Premier League fixture for the first time since...
SAFC U18 fight back to beat Blackburn
Sunderland Under-18 claimed their first U18 Premier League victory of the season, coming from behind to beat Blackburn Rovers 2-1 away from home. Theo Chimpango gave the hosts the lead in the 23rd minute, with Rovers taking their advantage into the break. However, the young Black Cats responded after half-time, with first-year scholars Alfie Pollock and Harvey Thompson finding the net to secure all three points. Thompson set up Pollock for the equaliser in the 54th minute, before scoring...
Preview | Lads head to Bournemouth
Sunderland return to Premier League action on Sunday as they travel to the south coast to face AFC Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium. The Black Cats will look to build on their European success against S.C.U. Torreense, with kick-off scheduled for 2pm BST. AFC Bournemouth Bournemouth head into Sunday’s fixture looking for their first Premier League victory of the season, having taken three points from their opening six league matches. Marco Rose’s side suffered a 5-1 defe...
Where to go for live coverage and highlights of AFC Bournemouth vs Sunderland
Sunderland AFC return to Premier League action tomorrow (Sunday) when they head to AFC Bournemouth, kick-off 2pm BST - and supporters can follow every moment across safc.com and our official channels. Live match commentary will be available here on safc.com to Black Cat Members, while our Match Centre will keep you updated with a live blog, in-game statistics and a detailed report at the final whistle. After full-time, we’ll bring you post-match reaction from Head Coach R...
Preview: SAFC Women face Newcastle in Subway Players Cup
Sunderland Women face the short trip to the Gateshead International Stadium on Sunday, as they face Newcastle United in the Subway Players Cup league phase (2pm kick-off). After an opening-round defeat to Liverpool, the Lasses will aim to pick up their first Subway Players Cup points on Tyneside – here’s everything you need to know… Opposition The Magpies are currently sat top of the Barclays Women’s Super League 2 with a 100% record from their opening five match...
SAFC to support Show Racism the Red Card’s Wear Red Day
Sunderland AFC will once again show its support for Show Racism the Red Card’s annual Wear Red Day today (Friday), joining the campaign to raise awareness of racism and promote a more inclusive society. As part of the Club’s support, red flags will be displayed at the Stadium of Light, while staff and guests will be encouraged to wear red in recognition of the campaign. The Beacon of Light will be illuminated red this evening as a further show of support for the campaign,...
Gallery: Sunderland’s European night in Portugal
Sunderland AFC’s return to away European action after 53 years delivered a night to remember in Portugal, as Noah Sadiki’s stoppage-time winner secured a dramatic victory over SCU Torreense. More than 5,000 travelling supporters made the journey to the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa, creating an unforgettable atmosphere as the Black Cats battled back from behind to claim all three points. Jules Ahoka also scored his first goal for the Club, before Sadiki’s lat...
Sadiki: ‘It was a beautiful moment’
Noah Sadiki described his stoppage-time winner against SCU Torreense as a “beautiful moment” after scoring his first goal for Sunderland to secure a dramatic European victory in Portugal. The midfielder struck in the dying moments at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa, capping a memorable night as the Black Cats marked their return to away European action for the first time in 53 years. After Jules Ahoka had headed Sunderland level in the second half, Sadiki deliver...
Le Bris: 'Winning this game at the end is really special'
Régis Le Bris hailed Sunderland’s belief and determination after Noah Sadiki’s stoppage-time winner secured a historic 2-1 victory over SCU Torreense in Portugal. The Black Cats returned to European competition away from home for the first time in 53 years, with more than 5,000 travelling supporters making the journey to back Le Bris’ side at the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa. After falling behind to Volnei Feltes’ spectacular first-half strike, ...
Sadiki strikes late to secure historic Sunderland victory in Portugal
SCU Torreense 1-2 Sunderland AFC Noah Sadiki struck a stoppage-time winner as Sunderland AFC marked their first away game in European competition for 53 years with a dramatic victory over SCU Torreense in Portugal. More than 5,000 travelling supporters made the journey to the Estádio Dr. Magalhães Pessoa to back the Black Cats, who were rewarded with a memorable European night as both Sadiki and Jules Ahoka scored their first goals for the Club. Régis Le Bris’ ...
Le Bris names Sunderland XI to face SCU Torreense
Régis Le Bris has named his Sunderland AFC side for tonight’s UEFA Europa League fixture against SCU Torreense, kick-off at 5.30pm BST. Luke O’Nien captains the team from the heart of defence, alongside Omar Alderete, Dayann Methalie and Trai Hume. Jules Ahoka makes his second competitive start and partners fellow DR Congo international Noah Sadiki in midfield. Chris Rigg operates in the number 10 role, with Malick Fofana and Nilson Angulo providing width. Timur Tuti...
From Roker Park to Europe: A Lifetime of Sunderland Memories
“The universe works in weird and wonderful ways. It’s a poetic feeling knowing I’ve seen Sunderland in Europe as a kid and I’ll see Sunderland in Europe as an old man.” After standing on his tiptoes, arm-in-arm with strangers watching his heroes take on Sporting Lisbon at Roker Park in 1973, 74-year-old season ticket holder Henry Reid is relishing the opportunity to see his beloved red and white set sail for Europe a generation later. “I first went to Ro...
O’Nien reflects on Sunderland’s journey from League One to Europe
Luke O’Nien says Sunderland’s journey from League One to the UEFA Europa League is still sinking in as the Black Cats prepare for a historic European night against S.C.U. Torreense. The defender could make his first European appearance for the Club on Thursday evening (KO 5.45pm BST), with Sunderland travelling to Portugal for their first away fixture in European competition for more than 53 years. For O’Nien, who joined Sunderland in 2018 during their first season in Lea...
Brobbey and Diarra travel with Sunderland squad for Torreense test
Brian Brobbey and Habib Diarra have travelled with Sunderland’s squad to Portugal ahead of Thursday’s UEFA Europa League fixture against S.C.U. Torreense (KO 5.45pm BST). The pair are closing in on returns to action, with Head Coach Régis Le Bris confirming that both players will be involved soon, although the Club will continue to manage their progress carefully. “Brian travelled with the squad, as did Habib, so they will be involved quickly, but we need to respec...
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