Sunderland 1 – 0 Middlesbrough: Rigg’s Goal Gives Sunderland Victory
Sunderland secured a crucial 1-0 victory over Middlesbrough at the Stadium of Light on Saturday. The only goal of the game came in the 24th minute, when Chris Rigg found the back of the net, giving Sunderland a deserved lead.
Despite Middlesbrough enjoying 63% possession and attempting 11 shots to Sunderland’s 9, they struggled to break down a resolute Sunderland defense. The home side’s defense, led by a determined effort from the entire team, frustrated Middlesbrough’s attacking efforts, limiting them to only one shot on target.
The match was a physical encounter, with both teams committing several fouls. Sunderland was shown three yellow cards, while Middlesbrough received two. The home side’s disciplined performance saw them secure three points, moving them up the Championship table.
Substitutions middlesbrough: at minute 62 B. Doak came in and I. Jones went out., at minute 62 M. Hamilton came in and F. Azaz went out., at minute 74 D. Burgzorg came in and E. Latte Lath went out.
Substitutions sunderland: at minute 81 W. Isidor came in and P. Roberts went out., at minute 90 D. Ballard came in and C. Rigg went out.
The teams lined up as follows:
Sunderland
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