Sunderland defeated Burnley 3-0 in the match they played today at the Stadium of Light, for the 24th matchday of the Premier League, the top tier of English football. According to the Argentine News Agency, the home team's scorers were defender Axel Tuanzebe, with an own goal in the eighth minute, and wingers Habib Diarra and Chemsdine Talbi, in the 31st minute of the first half and the 26th of the second, respectively. With the win, the 'Black Cats' reached eighth place in the English competition with 36 points, four points from the UEFA Europa League qualification zone, while Burnley is second to last with 15 points and in the relegation zone. The home team opened the scoring on their first chance, in the eighth minute, with a run down the right by midfielder Noah Sadiki, whose shot was deflected by defender Alex Tuanzebe and went in off the post past goalkeeper Martin Dubravka. Sunderland attacked again in the 29th minute, with a low and central shot from midfielder Enzo Le Fee, which Dubravka held without any issues. Two minutes later, a run down the right and a subsequent low cross from full-back Nordi Mukiele set up Diarra, whose powerful shot went in at the near post. The home team attacked again in the 18th minute of the second half, with a cross and half-volley from striker Brian Brobbey, which was saved by the opposing goalkeeper. The third Sunderland goal was of great quality, with a run from the left to the center by Talbi, who put in a good right-footed shot that hit the crossbar before going in, making it impossible for Dubravka.
Sunderland Defeats Burnley 3-0 in Premier League
Sunderland secured a convincing 3-0 victory over Burnley at home in the 24th round of the English Premier League. The home team climbed to eighth place in the table with this win.