Torreense vs Sunderland, Sadiki strikes in 93rd minute

Noah Sadiki settled a nervous night in stoppage time as Sunderland came from behind to beat Torreense 2-1 away in the Europa League. It was Sunderland's first European away fixture in 53 years, and they spent much of it under pressure before Sadiki scored in the 93rd minute.

Sunderland's slow start and late rescue

The first half belonged to Torreense. Volnei Feltes put them ahead with a 25-yard strike into the top right corner, and Sunderland did not have a shot on target until the 57th minute. They were trailing at half-time before Nordi Mukiele levelled the game, and Sadiki finished it off late.

Sadiki's performance was Sunderland's highest-rated on the night at 7.98, which fits a game where he stayed on for the full 90 minutes and still had the energy to decide it at the end. The late VAR check that denied Sunderland a penalty added another awkward stretch, but it did not change the result.

Le Bris' changes nearly backfired

Regis Le Bris made seven changes, and the rotation showed in a sluggish first half. Enzo Le Fée and Granit Xhaka were among the players used to help turn things around after the break.

The win leaves Sunderland with two wins from two in the Europa League and six points after two matches. They are fourth in the standings, and the main takeaway from Torreense vs Sunderland is simple enough: a shaky away performance still ended with three points.