Wrexham AFC will bring their United States pre-season tour to a close when they take on Sunderland at Subaru Park in Chester, Pennsylvania, on Sunday. The fixture offers one last opportunity for manager Phil Parkinson to test his squad against top-level opposition before the club returns to Wales.
When and where
The match is scheduled for Sunday, 2 August 2026 with kick-off at 12:00pm EDT. Supporters wanting to follow the game from the UK should note the time difference when planning viewing.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Date | 2 August 2026 |
| Kick-off | 12:00pm EDT |
| Stadium | Subaru Park, Chester, PA |
| TV | ESPN |
| Streaming | Fubo (subscription / free trial available) |
Form, selection and what to expect
Wrexham arrive having seen their unbeaten run in pre-season halted by a 1-0 defeat to Liverpool at Yankee Stadium. Earlier in the tour they recorded victories over Manchester United and Leeds United, results that have helped raise expectations among travelling fans and the Wrexham community back home.
Sunderland, managed by Regis Le Bris, have had a mixed summer and will be keen to find momentum ahead of a season that includes European fixtures after last season’s surprise seventh-place finish. They suffered a 4-2 loss to Liverpool in Nashville and a subsequent 1-0 defeat to Leeds in their recent US outings.
- Debut watch: Wrexham signing Danny Imray may be involved after missing the Liverpool game.
- Opposition signings: Sunderland’s summer arrival Thomas Meunier remains yet to make his first appearance.
- Managerial aims: Both managers will use the match to finalise preparations and assess squad fitness before competitive fixtures begin.
The contest doubles as a practical tune‑up for both teams and a showcase event for travelling supporters. For Wrexham fans in north-east Wales and the surrounding area, the result will be of interest for momentum and morale ahead of the domestic season.
Viewers in the United States can watch live on ESPN, while those preferring streaming services may access the match via Fubo (subject to subscription and regional availability). UK supporters should check local listings and time conversions to avoid missing kick-off.
After the game, clubs will return home to begin final preparations for the coming campaign. The friendly in Chester represents the last chance for fringe players to press for places and for managers to work on tactical tweaks in a competitive environment.
