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Tom Cannon’s stoppage-time goal ended struggling Stoke’s long wait for a win in the Championship as they snatched a 1-0 victory over promotion-chasing Sunderland.
Just when it looked as though the two teams would be settling for a point each, Cannon won it for Stoke at the death when he battled for possession before firing into the bottom corner from just outside the area. The Potters were under the caretaker charge of Ryan Shawcross after sacking Narcís Pelach on Friday, and the club great wildly celebrated what was their first win in 10 games. It lifted them four points clear of the relegation zone and it came following a superb performance in goal by Viktor Johansson, who produced a series of fine saves to thwart the visitors.
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Publish date : 2024-12-29 17:48:25
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