How to watch Ipswich Town vs Sunderland with a VPN
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A VPN, such as ExpressVPN, allows you to establish a secure, encrypted connection online. By virtually changing your location to a country where the game is being broadcast, you can bypass blackout restrictions and watch your favourite team live. A step-by-step guide is described later in this article, or you can also check out our guide to the best VPNs for streaming sports.
Today's game between Ipswich Town and Sunderland will kick-off at 22 Aug 2026, 15:00.
Step-by-step VPN guide to watch Ipswich Town vs Sunderland today
NordVPN- Download & Install: Sign up to ExpressVPN or another reputable VPN service (check out GOAL's guide here) and download the app on your device.
- Connect to a Server: Open the app and select a server location where the match is being shown (e.g. if you are in the UK but want to watch a US stream, connect to a US server).
- Clear Cache: Sometimes your browser holds onto your old location. Clear your cookies or refresh your browser to ensure the change takes effect.
- Start Streaming: Go to your broadcaster's website and app and enjoy the game.
How to watch on the Big Screen
Watching on your phone or laptop is fine, but live sports belongs on the big screen. Here is how to get the VPN working on your TV:
- Smart TVs & Fire Stick: Most Android-based TVs and devices like the Amazon Fire TV Stick or Google Chromecast with Google TV have native VPN apps. Simply search for your VPN provider in the app store on your TV, log in, and connect just like you would on your phone.
- Apple TV, Roku & Consoles: These devices often don't support direct VPN apps. The easiest workaround is to use Smart DNS (usually found in your VPN account settings) or Mirror/Cast the stream from your VPN-connected phone or laptop to your TV.
Team news & squads
Ipswich Town vs Sunderland lineups
Starting XI
Substitutes
Manager
- G. O'Neil
- R. Le Bris
Gary O'Neil is without Azor Matusiwa and Jack Taylor through injury as Ipswich prepare for the Premier League opener. No suspensions are currently recorded, and no confirmed probable lineup has been released ahead of the fixture. Updates will be added closer to kick-off.
Regis Le Bris faces injury concerns of his own, with Omar Alderete and Nordi Mukiele both sidelined for Sunderland. There are no suspensions to report, and Le Bris has not yet confirmed his projected XI. Further team news is expected as the match approaches.
Injuries and Suspensions
Form
Ipswich head into this fixture with three wins from their last five outings in pre-season friendlies, against a backdrop of two defeats. Their most recent result was a commanding 3-0 win over Rayo Vallecano on August 8, while they also edged past Le Havre 1-0 earlier in the month. The two losses came against Oxford United, who beat them 2-0, and Osasuna, who won 2-1. Across those five matches, Ipswich scored eight goals and conceded five.
Sunderland have also posted three wins from their last five pre-season games. Their most recent outing ended in a 2-0 victory over Lens on August 8, and they beat Wrexham 1-0 earlier in pre-season. Defeats came against Leeds United and Liverpool, the latter a 4-2 loss. Sunderland scored ten goals across the five matches and conceded six, suggesting an attacking intent that has been consistent throughout their warm-up programme.
Head-to-Head Record
The most recent meeting between these two clubs came in the Championship on January 13, 2024, when Ipswich Town won 2-1 at Portman Road. Across the last five recorded head-to-head fixtures, Ipswich hold the upper hand with three wins to Sunderland's one, with one match ending in a draw. The sides have met across Championship and League One competition in recent years, with Ipswich winning both Championship encounters.
Standings
In the Premier League table, Ipswich Town are currently placed 12th, while Sunderland sit in 19th position.