Sunderland defeated by Brighton in close match

Sunderland played to a goalless draw against Brighton, with an offside goal by Chris Rigg halting their momentum. Despite a slow start, Sunderland showed improved performance, particularly with Dan Ballard’s strong play until he left injured. Luke O’Nien stood out defensively, but the team struggled to convert opportunities. Concerns over injuries persist as they prepare for an important derby match next week.

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