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Everton vs Sunderland

Premier LeagueFull time · 17 May 2026
Everton

Everton

Lost · xG 1.10LLDDLLast 5
Full time
1 — 3
90+4'
⚽ Merlin Röhl 43' · ⚽ Brian Brobbey 59' · ⚽ Enzo Le Fée 81' · ⚽ Wilson Isidor 90'

Sunderland

Won · xG 0.87WWDDLLast 5
Sunderland
PRESSURE INDEX · FINAL▲ Sunderland · last goal · 90'
51
49
Everton · 1.10 xG0.87 xG · Sunderland
Match StoryFull breakdown

Everton 1–3 Sunderland

Sunderland travelled to Goodison Park and left with a commanding 3-1 victory, a result that speaks to the quiet, growing conviction of a club that has rebuilt itself with genuine quality. Everton, already a side searching for an identity this season, offered too little of what the occasion demanded.

Premier LeagueSun 17 May, 15:00
Key Takeaways
Result

Sunderland claimed an impressive away victory to boost their season.

Goals

Plenty of attacking intent from both sides produced an entertaining goal tally.

Table

The result has implications at both ends of the Sunderland end of the standings.

Match Facts
VenueN/A
AttendanceN/A
RefereeN/A
RoundN/A
CompetitionPremier League
First Goal
Merlin Röhl
43'⚽
Merlin Röhl
Michael KeaneAssist: Michael Keane
Match Report
Sunderland Win 3-1 at Goodison: A Statement From a Side With Nothing Left to Prove
RMRafael Mbeki

Sunderland Win 3-1 at Goodison: A Statement From a Side With Nothing Left to Prove

Sunderland travelled to Goodison Park and left with a commanding 3-1 victory, a result that speaks to the quiet, growing conviction of a club that has rebuilt itself with genuine quality. Everton, already a side searching for an identity this season, offered too little of what the occasion demanded.

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Key Events
  1. 23'
    SunderlandLuke O'NienLuke O'Nien
    off: Omar Alderete
  2. 25'
    EvertonTim IroegbunamTim Iroegbunam
    Foul
  3. 43'
    EvertonMerlin RöhlMerlin Röhl
    assist: Michael Keane
  4. 47'
    EvertonJake O'BrienJake O'Brien
    Foul
  5. 59'
    SunderlandBrian BrobbeyBrian Brobbey
    assist: Enzo Le Fée
  6. 60'
    SunderlandChemsdine TalbiChemsdine Talbi
    off: Trai Hume
  7. 73'
    EvertonThierno BarryThierno Barry
    off: Beto
  8. 73'
    EvertonTyrique GeorgeTyrique George
    off: Tim Iroegbunam
  9. 77'
    SunderlandWilson IsidorWilson Isidor
    off: Brian Brobbey
  10. 77'
    SunderlandChris RiggChris Rigg
    off: Nilson Angulo
  11. 77'
    SunderlandHabib DiarraHabib Diarra
    off: Noah Sadiki
  12. 81'
    SunderlandEnzo Le FéeEnzo Le Fée
    assist: Chris Rigg
  13. 88'
    EvertonDwight McNeilDwight McNeil
    off: Merlin Röhl
  14. 88'
    EvertonSéamus ColemanSéamus Coleman
    off: Jake O'Brien
  15. 90+1'
    SunderlandWilson IsidorWilson Isidor
    assist: Habib Diarra
  16. 90+6'
    EvertonJames GarnerJames Garner
    Foul
Game Flow

Expected Goals (xG)

Everton 1.10 xGSunderland 0.87 xG
Cumulative · approximated from goal events
0'45'90'
Table ImpactFull table

How the result affects the Premier League standings.

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Frequently Asked Questions
What was the final score of Everton vs Sunderland?

The match finished 1-3 to Sunderland.

Who won Everton vs Sunderland?

Sunderland won the match 3-1.

When did Everton vs Sunderland take place?

The match took place on Sunday, 17 May 2026.

📊 AI-generated recap and structured data

Sunderland won 3-1 at Everton in the Premier League, a result that defied our model's pre-match pick of an Everton victory at 38 percent probability. The visitors' strong recent form, which included three wins in their last five matches, proved decisive on the day. Our AI engine's assessment did not account for the margin of Sunderland's dominance. Past performance does not guarantee future results.

The result marked a significant swing in momentum between the sides. Sunderland moved to 9th with a performance that aligned with their improved trajectory; Everton remained 12th but faced mounting pressure after their fourth loss in five games. Our model had flagged Sunderland's xG advantage at 7.00 versus Everton's 1.51, signalling a clear tactical and execution gap.

Everton v Sunderland · Premier League · 17/05/2026, 15:00:00