2016–17 Sunderland A.F.C. season

The 2016–17 season is Sunderland's 138th season in existence, and their tenth consecutive season in the Premier League. Along with competing in the Premier League, the club will also participate in the FA Cup and League Cup. The season covers the period from 1 July 2016 to 30 June 2017.

Pre-season friendlies
On 3 June 2016, Sunderland announced two pre-season friendlies against Hartlepool United and Rotherham United.