Team news and live score updates as Sunderland face Lech Poznan in Europa League

Sunderland are back in action on Thursday evening and hoping to quickly bounce back from their disappointing defeat to Bournemouth on Sunday.

Two wins from two means they are in a good early position in the Europa League league phase, and will be hoping to cement that further still against Lech Poznan. As ever, we’ll be at the ground to bring you live updates throughout the day from the team news right through to the post-match reaction. We’ll also you bring you all the best pictures and footage as Sunderland fans take the next step on their European adventure. Follow it all in our live blog below.

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