The latest Sunderland news as the Black Cats are back in pre-season action this afternoon as preparations step up for the Premier League season.
A general external view at Stadium of Light as fans welcome the team bus with smoke flares ahead of the Sky Bet Championship Play-Off Semi Final Second Leg match between AFC Sunderland and Coventry City.
The Stadium of Light will play host to the pre-season friendly between Sunderland and Real Betis.
The new Premier League season is almost upon us as Sunderland step up their preparations for life back in the top flight.
Regis Le Bris’ team are back in pre-season action this weekend in what will be their seventh game overall since the play-off win over Sheffield United. This time they take on La Liga side Real Betis at home.
The last outing on Tuesday night saw the Black Cats fall to a 2-1 defeat against Championship side Hull City.
For Sunderland, all eyes are on the first game of the season which is in exactly two weeks’ time. The team face West Ham United at Home as they look to get off to a positive start back in the Premier League.
Ahead of the game against Real Betis, here is all the information you need about following the match.
When is the game?
The match takes place on Saturday, 2 August 2025 with kick-off at 3pm. The match is being played at the Stadium of Light.
Is it on TV?
No, the game is not being shown on TV, but is available to watch via live stream on the Sunderland website. A pass to watch the game is available to purchase for a price of £6.99.
How else can I follow?
ChronicleLive will be in place at the Stadium of Light to bring you reaction after full-time. BBC Radio Newcastle will also have local coverage of the game.
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