In a match that saw a dramatic turn of events, Sunderland secured a 3-1 victory over Norwich City. The visitors took an early lead through Hwang Ui-jo’s 23rd-minute goal, but Sunderland quickly turned the game around before half-time. Jack Clarke sealed the victory with a penalty, exacerbating calls for Norwich head coach David Wagner to be sacked.
Sunderland started the game strongly, with Pierre Ekwah’s long shot parried by Norwich goalkeeper George Long. Clarke also had a chance to open the scoring when he hit the post. However, it was Norwich who scored against the run of play. There was controversy surrounding Gabriel Sara’s potential offside position, but Kellen Fisher took advantage and set up Hwang for the opening goal.
Despite their early lead, Norwich was unable to maintain control of the game. Sunderland continued to press and equalized within 14 minutes. Trai Hume’s shot was deflected by Shane Duffy, leaving Long with no chance to save it. Just eight minutes later, Sunderland completed the turnaround as Clarke set up Dan Neil to score.
In the second half, Sunderland dominated the early stages, with Ekwah and Nazariy Rusyn coming close to extending their lead. Norwich tried to find a way back into the game but struggled to create clear chances. Clarke sealed the victory for Sunderland with a well-taken penalty.
The defeat leaves Norwich City in 17th place in the Championship, with their last away win coming two months ago. The result adds to the pressure on head coach David Wagner, especially with an upcoming match against Blackburn Rovers in what is expected to be a hostile Carrow Road atmosphere.
Overall, Sunderland’s strong performance and ability to turn the game around highlighted their determination and attacking prowess. In contrast, Norwich’s lack of control and inability to create significant chances emphasized the need for changes within the team.
