A transatlantic test: Leeds and Sunderland meet in New Jersey
The two clubs that earned promotion from the Championship last season will square off on July 30 at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey, in a pre‑season friendly that draws attention across the Atlantic.
Leeds United’s recent 3‑2 defeat to Wrexham and Sunderland’s 4‑2 loss against Liverpool in their last warm‑up matches underline the competitive edge both sides are bringing to the encounter, even as they use the game to fine‑tune tactics before the Premier League campaign begins.
A number of players who featured in the recent World Cup will be on display, adding an extra layer of intrigue for fans who will be watching the tactical experiments of both managers.
Broadcast and kickoff details
The fixture is scheduled for July 30 at 7:30 p.m. Eastern Time and will be shown live on ESPN2, where it will be available to stream through services such as FuboTV for those watching without a traditional cable package.