Sunderland Defeats Portsmouth 1-0 in Championship

Sunderland AFC secured a narrow 1-0 victory against Portsmouth FC at the Stadium of Light, reinforcing their position in the EFL Championship. Wilson Isidor's early goal set the tone for the match, but Sunderland struggled to extend their lead despite creating numerous chances. Portsmouth's hopes were further diminished when captain Marlon Pack received a red card in the second half. While Sunderland controlled possession, their goalkeeper Anthony Patterson's distribution raised concerns as he almost gifted Portsmouth an equalizer. The win marked Sunderland's second consecutive home victory, placing them just three points behind league leaders Leeds. Meanwhile, Portsmouth continues to struggle, marking their fourth consecutive away loss and remaining precariously above the relegation zone.