Sunderland opened their UEFA Europa League group stage with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over AZ at the Stadium of Light on Matchday 1.

Enzo Le Fée proved the difference, netting the only goal of the game to secure all three points for the Black Cats. The result gives Sunderland a perfect start to their European adventure as they look to build momentum in the competition.

Sunderland: Enzo Le Fée 66′ (P)

Sunderland 1-0 AZ