Which newly promoted club beat Sunderland in the 2026–27 Premier League opener?

Ipswich Town beat Sunderland in the 2026–27 Premier League opener for both clubs.

Ipswich won 2–1 at home on Saturday 22 August 2026. The match was one of three opening-weekend fixtures involving newly promoted clubs, and it gave Ipswich three points while Sunderland began the season without a point.

Ipswich’s result was different from the other promoted-club matches. Coventry City lost 3–0 away to Arsenal, while Hull City beat Manchester United 2–0 at home. Remembering the opponent is important because all three promoted sides appeared in prominent opening-round fixtures.

Ipswich Town’s home ground is Portman Road, where the club has played since its formation. Sunderland’s home ground is the Stadium of Light, but Sunderland were the visitors in this opening-day meeting.