The story of the day as Carl Winchester's strike bags all three points for Sunderland against AFC Wimbledon

Sunderland got back to winning ways after a 1-0 victory over AFC Wimbledon at the Stadium of Light.
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Carl Winchester scored the only goal of the game after his deflected effort in the 64th minute left Wimbledon goalkeeper Nik Tianez rooted to the spot.

A third league win of the season means Sunderland have taken nine points from their first four fixtures.

Sunderland AFC 1 AFC Wimbledon 0 RECAP

Key Events

  • Sunderland beat AFC Wimbledon 1-0 at the Stadium of Light.
  • Carl Winchester scored the only goal of the game with a deflected shot.
  • Sunderland have won three of their first four league games.

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We’re signing off from today’s blog but will have more reaction and analysis on the SAFC section of the Echo website.

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Reaction from Lee Johnson

Verdicts from Phil Smith and Joe Nicholson

And Sunderland win!

That’s full-time at the Stadium of Light and it’s a win for Lee Johnson and Sunderland!

Embleton off. Wright on. Sunderland’s final sub.

Another big chance for Sunderland. There’s a scramble in the box but the Wearsiders can’t turn it home.