Leeds’ Illan Meslier made a costly mistake in goal, allowing Sunderland to secure a 2-2 draw at the Stadium of Light. The Championship leaders capitalized on Meslier’s error in the sixth minute of injury time, earning a valuable point that puts them two points clear at the top of the table.
The match saw Sunderland take the lead through teenage sensation Chris Rigg, only for Joel Piroe to equalize soon after. Leeds then surged ahead with a goal from Junior Firpo, showcasing their dominance on the pitch.
However, Sunderland never gave up and continued to push for an equalizer. In the dying moments of the game, Meslier’s blunder allowed the Wearsiders to level the score, with the ball slipping past his outstretched arm and into the net.
“WHAT HAS HE DONE?!” 🤯
A mistake from Meslier GIFTS Sunderland the equaliser! 🎁 pic.twitter.com/EiLouMx0dJ
— Sky Sports Football (@SkyFootball) October 4, 2024