Sunderland AFC completed their United States pre-season tour without defeat, securing a 1-0 victory over Wrexham at Subaru Park in Philadelphia. Nordi Mukiele's first-half goal proved decisive, arriving in the 34th minute after the defender finished coolly from a tight angle following a move involving Trai Hume and Brian Brobbey.
Team Selection and Performance
Manager Régis Le Bris recalled Robin Roefs, Habib Diarra and Noah Sadiki to the starting XI for the first time this summer following their World Cup involvement. Sunderland dominated possession throughout the match, with early chances falling to Romaine Mundle and Mukiele before the breakthrough.
Wrexham had a levelled goal ruled out for offside when Nathan Broadhead converted, while Nilson Angulo struck the crossbar after the interval.
Next Fixture
Sunderland face RC Lens on Saturday 8 August at 3pm BST in their next pre-season fixture.
