Romaine Mundle's Late Goal Earns Sunderland Draw Against Preston

Sunderland salvaged a 1-1 draw against Preston North End at the Stadium of Light, with Romaine Mundle scoring a stunning equalizer in the 86th minute after Emil Riis had given Preston the lead early in the second half. The match saw Sunderland create multiple chances, particularly through Wilson Isidor, but they struggled to convert these opportunities throughout the game. Head coach Regis Le Bris praised Mundle's goal as 'brilliant,' emphasizing the importance of taking chances to secure points in their promotion chase. Despite the draw, Sunderland remains six points behind third-placed Burnley in the Championship standings, while Preston's winless run extends to six matches. The match illustrated Sunderland's ongoing struggle with consistency and finishing, as they failed to capitalize on numerous opportunities. Overall, it was a frustrating yet thrilling encounter that kept Sunderland's promotion hopes alive, albeit precariously.