Media Kampung – 23 Maret 2026 | Sunderland secured a 2-1 victory over Newcastle United at St James’ Park in the Tyne‑Wear derby, thanks to a 90th‑minute goal by Dutch striker Brian Brobbey. The win gave the Black Cats all three points and completed a rare league double against their local rivals.
Newcastle opened the scoring early in the first half when Anthony Gordon capitalised on a defensive lapse after a Sunderland goal‑kick, delivering a low drive into the bottom corner past backup goalkeeper Melker Ellborg. Sunderland responded after the break, equalising twelve minutes into the second half when Chemsdine Talbi finished a close‑range effort following a corner from Lewis Hall.
In the ensuing minutes both sides created chances, with Sunderland’s Enzo Le Fee delivering a cross that was deflected by Aaron Ramsdale before reaching Brobbey, whose initial attempt was saved. Moments later, a header from Sven Botman struck the post, and a potential Newcastle lead was ruled out for off‑side after Jacob Murphy obstructed the view.
The decisive moment arrived in stoppage time when a low cross from Le Fee reached Brobbey inside the six‑yard box; he turned sharply and tapped the ball home from two yards out, celebrating by ripping his shirt in the iconic fashion of a striker who has just clinched the win. The goal marked Brobbey’s sixth of the season and his tenth Premier League away goal for Sunderland.
Post‑match reactions highlighted the significance of the result, with Sunderland manager expressing relief after a recent 7‑2 Champions League defeat in Barcelona and a December 1‑0 derby loss at the Stadium of Light, while Newcastle’s camp faced criticism for a lack of composure and midfield control throughout the game. The fixture also witnessed a brief suspension of play after reports of discriminatory chants aimed at Sunderland defender Lutsharel Geertruida.
Sunderland’s victory lifted them to 11th place in the Premier League table, narrowing the gap to the clubs above them, whereas Newcastle remain in the lower half, their last league derby win dating back to 2011. The match underscored the intensity of the Tyne‑Wear rivalry and set the tone for the remaining fixtures of the season.
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