Sunderland edged out Derby County, 3x1, on Monday, on matchweek 5. To this matchday, Graeme Murty's team came from two draws, and Jake Buxton's team came from two defeats.
In the 25th minute, Adil Aouchiche opened the scoring for Sunderland. In the 31st minute, Ellis Taylor struck the second goal for Graeme Murty's team, from the penalty spot.
With 60 minutes on the clock, Dajaune Brown struck for Derby County. After 80 minutes, Harry Gardner scored the last goal of the match.
After the result Sunderland are 12th in the table, with 8 points, while Derby County sit 26th place, with 1 point. With regard to the next fixture, Graeme Murty's team visit Aston Villa. Meanwhile, Jake Buxton's team will host Brighton & Hove Albion.
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Adil Aouchiche 25' Ellis Taylor 31' (pen.) Harry Gardiner 80' | Dajaune Brown 60' |
