Sunderland and the incredible fanbase put on a brilliant show as the Black Cats kicked off their Europa League campaign in style.
Ahead of the game, in front of the viewing public and sold-out Stadium of Light, a stunning new tifo display was unveiled. You can view the pictures from the display in our latest fan gallery.
Sunderland beat AZ Alkmaar 1-0 in the Europa League, their opening game of the group phase, thanks to an Enzo Le Fee penalty.
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4. General view inside the stadium during a pyrotechnics display before the UEFA Europa League 2026/27 League Phase MD1 match between Sunderland AFC and AZ Alkmaar at Stadium of Light.
General view inside the stadium during a pyrotechnics display before the UEFA Europa League 2026/27 League Phase MD1 match between Sunderland AFC and AZ Alkmaar at Stadium of Light. | Getty Images