Burnley 2-0 Sunderland: Black Cats suffer first defeat of the season
Sunderland’s unbeaten start to the Premier League came to an end on Saturday as Burnley sealed a 2-0 win at Turf Moor, exposing the visitors’ lack of cutting edge in the final third.
Burnley capitalize with clinical finishing
Despite Sunderland starting brightly, it was Burnley who made their chances count. The hosts struck first with a precise curling finish into the far corner, before sealing the result late on after rounding goalkeeper Robin Roefs to slot home. Sunderland failed to respond, wasting their few clear-cut opportunities.
Key moments and missed chances
Dan Ballard created what should have been a breakthrough moment early on, heading a perfect chance to striker Eliezer Mayenda, who failed to convert from close range. Granit Xhaka also went close from the edge of the box but dragged his shot wide.
Burnley, by contrast, made no mistake with their limited chances, punishing Sunderland’s lack of efficiency in front of goal.
Player ratings highlight mixed performances
- Robin Roefs (6/10): Conceded twice from well-taken finishes, otherwise untested.
- Trai Hume (7/10): Solid defensively, composed on the ball.
- Dan Ballard (6/10): Subbed early with a groin injury, but created a big chance.
- Omar Alderete (6/10): Strong in duels but limited distribution.
- Reinildo (7/10): Rock-solid at left-back, shut down Burnley’s right wing.
- Noah Sadiki (7/10): Tireless energy and tidy passing.
- Granit Xhaka (5/10): Wasteful in possession, lacked precision.
- Chemsdine Talbi (6/10): Lively runs, narrowly missed with a chipped effort.
- Habib Diarra (5/10): Less dynamic than previous matches, struggled to impose.
- Simon Adingra (6/10): Threatened early, quiet after halftime.
- Eliezer Mayenda (5/10): Missed a gilt-edged chance, lacked composure.
Substitutes:
Seelt (6), Roberts (5), Isidor (5), Le Fee (5), Guiu (5).
Man of the Match
Reinildo (7/10): The left-back delivered the most assured display, neutralizing Burnley’s flank and standing out in a disappointing team performance.
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