Mukiele shines as Sunderland dominate Wrexham in pre-season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Aug 3, 2026
Sunderland secured a strong performance against Wrexham during a pre-season match on August 3. The team's dominance was evident from the start, with Nordi Mukiele scoring the opening goal after a setup from Brian Brobbey. Wrexham struggled to create significant chances, with a disallowed goal adding to their frustrations. Sunderland continued to press effectively throughout the first half and made several substitutions after the break to maintain their momentum. Mukiele was replaced in the second half due to discomfort, but Sunderland looks ahead to upcoming matches in Europe.
- •Sunderland leads 1-0 at halftime against Wrexham.
- •Nordi Mukiele scores the opening goal for Sunderland.
- •Wrexham had a disallowed goal for offside.
- •Mukiele is substituted in the second half due to discomfort.
- •Sunderland prepares for matches against Lens and Stade Rennes.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — Matchday Musings: Mukiele Makes The Difference For Sunderland!
"Did Sunderland save their best display until last? A dominant win over Wrexham offered more encouraging signs ahead of the final pre-season tests.
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