Xhaka delivers last-minute assist as Sunderland stun Brentford with comeback win in Premier League
Sunderland secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Brentford this Saturday (30), with Granit Xhaka providing a decisive assist deep into stoppage time. Lorient Le Fée and Wilson Isidor scored the goals that sealed the Black Cats’ comeback in the third round of the Premier League.
Brentford strike first
The visitors looked set for three points when Thiago found the net in the 77th minute, putting Brentford 1-0 ahead after a tight, hard-fought game at the Stadium of Light.
Sunderland’s late response
Sunderland didn’t give up. Just five minutes later, in the 82nd minute, Lorient Le Fée converted a penalty to level the match.
The decisive moment came in the 96th minute, when Xhaka delivered a precise cross into the box, finding Wilson Isidor, who rose above the defense to head in the winning goal and complete a stunning turnaround.
Premier League standings
- Sunderland now sit in 6th place with 6 points from three matches.
- Brentford remain mid-table as they search for consistency early in the season.
What’s next
- Sunderland return to action on Saturday, September 13, facing Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park (11:00 am, Brasília time).
- Brentford host Chelsea later that day at 4:00 pm (Brasília time).
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