Sunderland and Everton Draw 1-1

Sunderland and Everton drew 1-1 at the Stadium of Light after Iliman Ndiaye put Everton ahead and Sunderland levelled early in the second half. Sunderland boss Régis Le Bris said his team were poor early, regrouped after half-time, dominated possession and praised his midfield partnership while noting an unreviewed handball appeal. Everton manager David Moyes lamented missed opportunities — including Jack Grealish hitting the post and chances from Thierno Barry — and said his side failed to manage the closing stages. Broadcasters and pundits described a dramatic, end-to-end contest in which both teams had late chances; the draw preserved Sunderland’s strong start (they could have risen to second with a win) and denied Everton a chance to climb the table.