Sunderland stay bottom after 0-0 draw with Leeds
Sunderland remain bottom of the Premier League after a 0-0 draw with Leeds United at the Stadium of Light extended their winless run to six top-flight games. Brian Brobbey, making his first appearance since September 20, came closest for the hosts but was denied by James Trafford.
- Competition: Premier League
- Venue: Stadium of Light
- Result: Sunderland 0-0 Leeds United
- Key moment: Brian Brobbey's first-half effort saved by James Trafford
- League impact: Sunderland remain bottom; Leeds move up to seventh
What was said
"A risk, by Daniel Farke's own admission, which almost paid off"
Farke's decision to start Calvert-Lewin, despite him being a doubt, was a calculated gamble. The Leeds striker went down in the area under a challenge from Robin Roefs, but penalty claims were waved away after VAR checked and cleared the incident, deciding Roefs got a hand to the ball.
Injury and availability
Dominic Calvert-Lewin was a doubt heading into the fixture but started the game for Leeds. Brian Brobbey featured for the first time since September 20, having been out of action.
Why Sunderland's attacking woes continue
Brian Brobbey's return gave Sunderland a focal point, but his one clear chance was smothered by James Trafford after racing through. The Black Cats lacked a cutting edge, and their winless run now stands at six games. Sean Longstaff, booed by the home fans, was twice denied late on by Robin Roefs and a goal-line block, highlighting Leeds' resilience.
Leeds, meanwhile, showed why they sit seventh. Daniel Farke's side defended doggedly and had the better of the latter stages. The point takes them above several rivals and keeps their momentum going.
Talking points
- Should Sunderland have had a penalty when Calvert-Lewin went down? VAR decided Roefs got a hand to the ball, but the decision was tight.
- Brobbey's return is a boost, but Sunderland's failure to score again underlines their need for a reliable goalscorer.
- Leeds' seventh place is impressive, but can they sustain a push for Europe?
What happens next
Sunderland face another crucial fixture as they seek to climb off the bottom, while Leeds aim to build on their rise to seventh. Both sides will look to address their scoring issues in the coming weeks.
Frequently asked questions
Did Sunderland get a penalty against Leeds?
No. VAR checked Dominic Calvert-Lewin's fall in the area and cleared the incident, deciding Robin Roefs got a hand to the ball.
Who was the closest to scoring for Sunderland?
Brian Brobbey came closest in the first half, but his effort was quickly smothered by James Trafford.
Where are Sunderland and Leeds in the table now?
Sunderland remain bottom of the Premier League, while Leeds United moved up to seventh after the draw.
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