Ipswich Town won 2–1 against Sunderland in the 2026–27 Premier League opener.
The match was played at Portman Road on Saturday, 22 August 2026, during the first full day of the season. Both clubs were returning to the Premier League after spending time outside the division.
Ipswich’s victory began their campaign with three points and a positive result at home. Sunderland scored once, but Ipswich finished with the one-goal advantage required for victory.
Ipswich were promoted after a one-year absence from the top flight. Sunderland were also promoted, making this a meeting between two newly promoted clubs rather than an established Premier League side and a newcomer.