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Sunderland vs. West Ham lineups: Predicted starting XI, team news, injury latest as Black Cats make Premier League return

Sunderland are back in the Premier League for the first time since 2017 and their 2025/26 campaign opens with a home game against West Ham United on August 16.

The Black Cats sealed a spot back in the big time in dramatic style as Tom Watson's sensational late goal secured an EFL Championship playoff final win over Sheffield United.

That brought top-flight football back to the Stadium of Light, and head coach Regis le Bris has since invested heavily to bring his squad up to Premier League level.

The French coach has secured a host of new faces including former Arsenal captain Granit Xhaka who will take the armband for 2025/26.

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