What happened. Sunderland are set to play their first European match in 53 years, facing AZ at the Stadium of Light in the Europa League. Their only previous European campaign was in 1973-74, when they played Vasas and Sporting.

Sunderland qualified after a seventh-place Premier League finish
AZ are regulars in European competition
The final will be held in Frankfurt

Sunderland aim to make a strong start in a campaign with eight guaranteed fixtures.

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