(Football result) - Sunderland managed a 1-1 draw with Everton at the Stadium of Light during the 10th round of the 2025/26 Premier League, after a dramatic scoring chase.
In the early hours of November 4 (Vietnam time), Sunderland hosted Everton at the Stadium of Light as part of the 10th round of the 2025/26 Premier League. After 97 minutes of intense play, the two teams ended level at 1-1, with a late goal from Granit Xhaka helping Sunderland earn a valuable point.
Everton started stronger and took an early lead in the 15th minute. From a central combination, Iliman Ndiaye unleashed a stunning shot from the edge of the box, the ball flew sharply into the near corner of the goal, leaving goalkeeper Robin Roefs helpless. This goal boosted David Moyes' team’s confidence, as they continued to create dangerous attacks. Jack Grealish nearly doubled the lead in the 22nd minute with a shot that hit the post.
In the second half, Sunderland fought back vigorously. Coach Regis Le Bris made several personnel and tactical changes, enabling the Northeast team to control the game. Their efforts paid off in the 46th minute when Enzo Le Fee delivered a perfect pass for Granit Xhaka to strike from the edge of the box. The ball deflected off an Everton player, wrong-footing Jordan Pickford and leveling the score at 1-1.
Granit Xhaka scored the crucial goal that earned Sunderland a vital point.
For the remainder of the match, Sunderland played more proactively but lacked sharpness in finishing. Wilson Isidor missed two clear chances in the 71st and 77th minutes, while Everton maintained defensive solidity with the center-back duo Michael Keane and O’Brien. VAR also denied Sunderland a penalty in the 74th minute after the ball struck an Everton player’s hand inside the box.
The 1-1 draw keeps Sunderland in 4th place with 18 points, maintaining their position in the European competition zone. Meanwhile, Everton sits 14th but at least ended their two-game losing streak and secured a valuable away point.