Sunderland secured a crucial equalizer in their Premier League opener against newly promoted Ipswich Town, with Nilson Angulo delivering a spectacular moment at Portman Road. After falling behind to an Emerson goal, the Black Cats found themselves trailing as the first half approached its conclusion.
Just five minutes before the interval, Angulo produced a remarkable direct free-kick to restore parity for the visitors. The goal marked a historic achievement for the club, as it represented the first time Sunderland had converted a direct free-kick in a Premier League match in over a decade.
The last player to accomplish this feat was Patrick van Aanholt, who scored directly from a set piece against Everton back in May 2016. Angulo’s precision from the spot kick provided an emphatic response to Ipswich’s early momentum and gave Sunderland a significant boost heading into the second half of the contest.
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