Sunderland is set to face Ipswich Town in their opening fixture of the 2026-27 Premier League season on Saturday afternoon. The Black Cats are gearing up for their first European campaign since 1973 after finishing seventh in the top flight last season to qualify for the Europa League.
Head-to-Head Record
Ipswich Town and Sunderland have faced each other a total of 58 times across all competitions, with the Tractor Boys marginally leading the head-to-head record with 25 wins to the Black Cats' 24, while nine draws have also been played out in this fixture. As of the final 2025 table, Sunderland stood 11th in the Premier League with 46 points, having won 12 games, drawn 10, and lost 11, with a recent form of LWWLW.
Previous Meetings
The two teams have a long history, with their first meeting dating back to September 1958, when Ipswich won 2-0 in the old Division Two. In the Premier League era, Ipswich and Sunderland have only ever faced each other four times in England's top division, with both sides claiming two wins each. Former England striker Darren Bent holds the unique record of having scored for both Ipswich and Sunderland in matches against the two teams during his career.
What Comes Next?
Sunderland will look to build on their recent form and make a strong start to the new season, with their next fixture against Everton at home on February 20, 2027. The team's current standing, with 36 goals scored and 40 conceded, giving them a goal difference of -4, will be looking to improve as the season progresses.
