Sunderland came from behind to secure a dramatic 2-1 victory over Brentford at the Stadium of Light, with Enzo Le Fée scoring a decisive late penalty.
Key Moments
- Brentford Strike First: The visitors took the lead with a well-taken goal from Igor Thiago, capitalizing on an early chance in the first half.
- Sunderland Equalize: Sunderland responded with increasing pressure and were rewarded in the second half when Daniel Ballard converted from close range, leveling the score.
- Decisive Penalty: In the closing stages, referee Anthony Taylor awarded Sunderland a penalty after a Brentford handball in the area. Enzo Le Fée stepped up and coolly converted from the spot, earning Sunderland all three points in front of a jubilant home crowd.
Quick Stats
| Sunderland | Brentford | |
|---|---|---|
| Goals | 2 | 1 |
| Scorers | Ballard, Le Fée (pen) | Thiago |
The result lifts Sunderland into the Premier League’s early top half, while Brentford are left ruing missed chances and late drama at the Stadium of Light.