
Premier League
1:00 p.mApril 12, 2026
Regular season – 32
Stadium of Light
Referee: Robert Jones, England


Sunderland


Tottenham
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1.79
Expected Goals (xG)
0.88
Passing by
304 (79%)
Accurate passes
271 (81%)
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22
G
Robin Roefs
7.9
17
d
Reinildo Mandava
7.5
15
d
Omar Alderete
6.7
13
d
Luke O’Nien
6.9
d
Nordi Mukiele
61′
27
m
Noah Sadiki
7.0
34
m
Granit Xhaka (C)
7.9
28
m
Enzo The Fairy
7.6
m
Habib Diarra
m
Chris Rigg
F
Brian Brobbey
31
G
AntonÃn Kinsky
6.2
13
d
Destiny Udogie
6.7
d
Micky van de Ven
d
Cristian Romero (C)
d
Pedro Porro
22
m
Conor Gallagher
6.9
14
m
Archie Gray
6.3
9
m
Richarlison
6.3
15
m
Lucas Bergvall
5.9
39
m
Randal Cole Muani
6.3
19
F
Dominic Solanke
6.9

Premier League Ranking – Premier League
Qualification/Relegation
- Promotion – Champions League (League phase)
- Promotion – Europa League (League phase)
- Relegation – Championship
Sunderland secured a vital 1-0 win over Tottenham at the Stadium of Light, with a second-half goal from Nordi Mukiele proving the decisive moment.
Sunderland overcame Tottenham with a narrow 1-0 win at the Stadium of Light. Defender Nordi Mukiele scored the only goal, sending the home crowd into raptures.
The Black Cats, sitting comfortably in mid-table, welcomed a Tottenham side desperate for points. Spurs finished in 18th place, fighting hard to avoid relegation from the Premier League.
The first half saw Tottenham apply early pressure. They registered several shots on goal, testing Sunderland goalkeeper Robin Roefs. Roefs proved he was up to the challenge, making crucial saves.
The match quickly turned into a brawling affair. Cristian Romero was booked for Tottenham in the 28th minute. Sunderland’s Brian Brobbey was also booked shortly afterwards.
Tottenham’s Micky van de Ven and Pedro Porro saw yellow in the 37th minute. Despite the cards, neither team could find a breakthrough before the whistle. The score remained level at the interval.
Both coaches likely called for more offensive momentum at halftime. Sunderland needed to convert their possession into clear chances. Tottenham looked for a way past the impressive Roefs.
The tie was finally broken in the 61st minute. Nordi Mukiele fired Sunderland into the lead with a well-taken goal. Their attack gave the Black Cats a crucial advantage.
Tottenham pushed hard for an equalizer after conceding. They continued to create chances, but their finishing lacked precision. Sunderland’s defense held firm under pressure.
Youngster Chris Rigg was booked for Sunderland in the 75th minute. Trai Hume was also booked in stoppage time. Sunderland defended resolutely to protect their slender lead.
Sunderland’s efficiency contrasted with Tottenham’s volume. Spurs had seven shots on target to Sunderland’s two. The Black Cats boasted a superior Expected Goals (xG) of 1.79, compared to Tottenham’s 0.88. Goalkeeper Robin Roefs was instrumental, making six crucial saves.
This result lifts Sunderland further up the Premier League table. For Tottenham, their fight against relegation intensifies with another disappointing defeat.

