Noah Sadiki issues emotional reaction to winner

Noah Sadiki opened his Sunderland account in style on Thursday evening with his emphatic winner against SCU Torreense in the Europa League.

Following Jules Ahoka's equaliser, Sunderland found the winner in injury time courtesy of energetic midfielder Sadiki, who rifled a venomous strike into the top corner to score his first Black Cats goal and secure another European win for his side.

At full-time, the young midfielder was understandly emotional as a result of his winning goal, which spawned raucous celebrations in the stands from the travelling Wearside contingent.

Sadiki told Sunderland's media: “I can’t really explain it - it is something big that has happened. It is my first goal for the Club. I have been waiting for it, fighting for it, and shooting a lot for it.

“When Granit touched it, I heard him shout ‘shoot’, and I went for it. I hoped it would go in and, in the end, I was really happy. It was a beautiful moment.

“We have had some difficult moments, but we have lifted our heads, shown quality in our play, and must now take this forward into our next games.

“Our fans are incredible. Every time we play, and every time we go through difficult moments, they are always behind us. We need to give it back to them on the pitch and show them our quality, fighting spirit, and togetherness.”