Leeds pay penalty as Habib Diarra fires Sunderland to victory

The Senegal midfielder converted from the spot in the 70th minute.
Habib Diarra scored the winner for Sunderland. Pic: Danny Lawson/PA

Habib Diarra scored the winner for Sunderland. Pic: Danny Lawson/PA

Tue, 03 Mar, 2026 - 21:37
Mark Walker

Premier League: Leeds United 0 Sunderland 1

Habib Diarra’s second-half penalty snatched Sunderland a 1-0 win at Elland Road and dealt Leeds’ Premier League survival fight a blow.

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