Liverpool Inflicts First Home Defeat on Sunderland at the Stadium of Light This Season

11 February 2026at22:18

Liverpool secured a valuable three points from the formidable Stadium of Light, defeating hosts Sunderland 1-0 in a match from Week 26 of the English Premier League.

This marked Sunderland's first home defeat of the season. Prior to this match, no team had managed to snatch all three points from the Stadium of Light, where Sunderland had recorded seven wins and five draws.

The Reds owe their victory to defender Virgil van Dijk, who scored the decisive goal in the 61st minute. Moroccan player Shamseddine Talbi also featured in the game, coming on as a substitute in the 80th minute.

Liverpool's win elevates their points tally to 42, placing them sixth in the league standings. Sunderland, meanwhile, remains on 36 points, occupying the 11th position in the Premier League table.

Q&A

How did Virgil van Dijk secure Liverpool's victory against Sunderland?

Virgil van Dijk scored the decisive goal for Liverpool in the 61st minute, breaking the deadlock and ultimately securing the 1-0 win that ended Sunderland's formidable home unbeaten run this season.

What implications does Liverpool's win have for the Premier League standings?

Liverpool's 1-0 victory against Sunderland propelled them to 42 points, moving them into sixth place. Sunderland remains in 11th position with 36 points, reflecting a shift in the mid-table dynamics.

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