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Mikel Arteta's table-topping Arsenal travel north to lock horns with Régis Le Bris' Sunderland at Stadium of Light in what is another tricky fixture in the opening weeks of the 2026/27 Premier League season for the Champions.

The Gunners have been perfect thus far across their first title defence in over 20 years, dispatching Coventry City, Aston Villa, and Chelsea, allowing just a single goal along the way.

At the other end, the Black Cats have gotten off to a topsy-turvy start after a memorable 2025/26 campaign, losing on opening day against Ipswich before defeating Fulham and playing out a draw at Brentford.

Here is how the two sides will line up on Wearside...

Will Arsenal's perfect start continue while piling pressure on Manchester City ahead of their derby battle with Manchester United, or will Sunderland offer the first obstacle in the road?

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