Robin Roefs was the hero as Sunderland ended Everton's FA Cup campaign, saving three penalties in a shootout at Hill Dickinson Stadium to send the Black Cats into the fourth round.
Thomas Frank has admitted Tottenham failed to finish the job after Spurs were held to a 1-1 draw by Sunderland at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium on Sunday, despite a dominant first-half display.
Pep Guardiola admitted his frustration after Manchester City failed to turn dominance into goals and were held to a 0-0 draw by Sunderland at the Stadium of Light on Thursday.
With 33 Premier League players heading to the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco, several clubs will be missing important players.
Newcastle United defender Dan Burn is set for a lengthy spell on the sidelines after sustaining a serious injury in Sunday's clash with Sunderland.
Liverpool were held to a 1-1 draw by Sunderland at Anfield after a late own goal rescued a point for the Premier League champions.