Anjishnu Roy 03/11/2025 comments  |  Jump to last

Everton held Sunderland to a 1-1 draw at the Stadium of Light on Monday despite Iliman Ndiaye's outstanding goal.

The Blues dominated the opening half hour of the contest and created several chances while Sunderland struggled to get out of their own half. Despite taking the lead, David Moyes’s side disappeared from the game for the remainder of the contest and by the end, clung on to secure a point.

Ndiaye put the Blues ahead with a contender for the goal of the season. The Senegalese beat the attention of four Sunderland players to unleash a shot off his weak foot that nestled into the left corner.

Jack Grealish tested the woodwork with a shot from outside the box soon after. Thierno Barry should’ve doubled the Toffees’ lead with his first goal for the club after being provided with a delightful cross from Grealish to tap home, but failed to keep his wits about him.

The Blues completely collapsed following the adventure of the first 30 minutes and allowed Sunderland to grow into the game as time went on and were lucky to...