Sunderland claimed a 1-0 victory over Newcastle in the Premier League derby on Sunday, courtesy of Nick Woltemade's own goal in the 46th minute. The win at the Stadium of Light marks Sunderland's first triumph against their rivals since October 2015. Seventh-placed Sunderland now trail fourth-placed Chelsea by two points, while Newcastle sit 12th.
Match Overview
Sunderland hosted Newcastle in a Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light, their first top-flight meeting in nearly nine years. The game remained goalless until the 46th minute, when Newcastle's Nick Woltemade inadvertently headed Nordi Mukiele's cross into his own net, securing the decisive goal for the hosts.
Sunderland captain Granit Xhaka praised his team's efforts post-match, telling Sky Sports: "This team deserves much more respect. Where we are is amazing, because we are working very hard day by day. We deserve where we are."
Newcastle manager Eddie Howe confirmed that defender Dan Burn was taken to hospital with a potential rib injury sustained in the first half.
Team News and Lineups
Sunderland, managed by Regis Le Bris, welcomed back Reinildo Mandava from a groin issue. Chemsdine Talbi and Brian Brobbey started, replacing Lutsharel Geertruida, Wilson Isidor, and suspended Luke O'Nien. Starting XI: Robin Roefs, Nordi Mukiele, Dan Ballard, Omar Alderete, Reinildo Mandava, Bertrand Traore, Noah Sadiki, Enzo Le Fee, Granit Xhaka, Chemsdine Talbi, Brian Brobbey.
Newcastle, under Eddie Howe, had Joelinton on the bench due to a groin doubt, with Lewis Miley starting in midfield. Anthony Elanga replaced Harvey Barnes. Absences included Kieran Trippier (thigh), Nick Pope (groin), Sven Botman (back), Emil Krafth (knee), and William Osula (ankle). Starting XI: Aaron Ramsdale, Tino Livramento, Malick Thiaw, Dan Burn, Lewis Hall, Lewis Miley, Sandro Tonali, Bruno Guimaraes, Anthony Elanga, Nick Woltemade, Anthony Gordon.
Key Stats
- Sunderland are unbeaten in their last 10 league games against Newcastle (W7 D3), their longest such run.
- Newcastle have lost their last four away league games to Sunderland.
- Sunderland remain unbeaten at home this season, with 18 points from eight games.
Sunderland's next match is away to Brighton on Saturday, while Newcastle host Fulham in the EFL Cup quarter-finals on Wednesday.
