Overview
- Simon Adingra put Sunderland ahead in the 28th minute before Dominic Calvert-Lewin leveled in the 47th from Brenden Aaronson’s low cross.
- Aaronson played the full match and was named Man of the Match, reflecting a recent uptick in creativity for Leeds.
- Per Opta-based reporting, Aaronson has three assists in his last seven appearances, equaling his total from his first 46 games for the club.
- Calvert-Lewin’s goal brings his league tally to eight this season, with media reports noting a six-match scoring streak.
- Leeds extended their unbeaten run to five games and remain seven points clear of the drop in 16th, with Liverpool away on New Year’s Day followed by Manchester United and Newcastle.