Europa League: Sunderland held in Poznan as Juventus denied comeback win

Sunderland drop points in 1-1 draw but stay unbeatenVAR rules out Juventus winner in draw with RennesSunderland’s winning start in the Europa League was ended with a 1-1 draw away to Lech Poznan. The point keeps Sunderland unbeaten in Europe this season but ends their winning start, which saw them claim back-to-back victories over AZ Alkmaar and Torreense.A thrilling opening saw Sunderland go in front early through Timur Tutierov, who was making just his third competitive start since arriving at Sunderland’s academy in 2023. Continue reading…

A 1-1 draw saw Sunderland drop points but stay unbeaten, while VAR ruled out a late winner for Juventus who drew 2-2 draw with Rennes Sunderland’s winning start in the Europa League was ended with a 1-1 draw away to Lech Poznan. The point keeps Sunderland unbeaten in Europe this season but ends their winning start, which saw them claim back-to-back victories over AZ Alkmaar and Torreense. A thrilling opening saw Sunderland go in front early through Timur Tutierov, who was making just his third competitive start since arriving at Sunderland’s academy in 2023.

The visitors had opportunities to extend their lead when Malick Fofana hit the post and Nordi Mukiele forced a strong save from Mateusz Lis, but Lech responded in the 70th minute through the substitute Leo Bengtsson’s low strike. Régis Le Bris made six changes from Sunday’s Premier League defeat to Bournemouth, including a first start of the season for Habib Diarra following his return from injury. Sunderland took the lead in the second minute when Nilson Angulo pounced