How Sunderland pulled off last-gasp comeback to secure Europa League triumph

FootballSports
16 Oct 2026 • 3:17 AM MYT
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How Sunderland pulled off last-gasp comeback to secure Europa League triumph

  • Sunderland came from behind to secure a dramatic 2-1 win against Torreense in the Europa League on Thursday.
  • Torreense, a second-tier Portuguese club, took an unexpected lead before half-time when Volnei Feltes found the corner of the net.
  • Sunderland had a number of chances after the break and eventually scored an equaliser through a header from Jules Ahoka.
  • The Black Cats then claimed all three points thanks to a stoppage time half-volley from Noah Sadiki.
  • Sunderland have now taken maximum points from their opening two European games after beating AZ Alkmaar 1-0 last time out.
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