Nordi Mukiele - Soccer News, Rumors, & Updates

Off after 12 minutes Mukiele was forced off in the 12th minute of Sunday's match against Fulham due to an apparent leg injury.

Impact Mukiele went down just eight minutes into Sunday's match and would be taken off the field minutes later, suffering an off-ball injury that saw him clutching his leg after. That said, the immediate look doesn't seem positive for the defender, as a noncontact injury could mean a longer time out with a muscle issue. This does leave a gap in the defense, with Lutsharel Geetruida, who replaced him Sunday, a potential replacement moving forward.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Two shots in win Mukiele registered two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 3-0 victory against Burnley.

Impact Mukiele took two shots and created a pair of chances during Monday's win. The defender was solid throughout the match and finally got a chance to stretch his legs offensively. For the most part his role has been more conservative in the Premier League, but against weaker opponents he's still a solid attacking full-back.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Sets up goal Saturday Mukiele had an assist with his lone chance created while crossing five times (one accurate) and blocking a shot during Saturday's match against West Ham.

Impact Mukiele set up Brian Brobbey in the 66th minute while leading Sunderland in crosses and blocks as of his substitution in the 83rd minute. Mukiele has assists in back-to-back matches and has lined up at right back in three straight fixtures resulting in improved attacking output including three chances created and 14 crosses in those matches.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Assists from cross in win Mukiele assisted once to go with seven crosses (four accurate) and two chances created in Saturday's 2-1 victory versus Crystal Palace. In addition, he was given a yellow card in t...

Impact Mukiele's driven cross into the box setup the first Sunderland goal Saturday in their 2-1 home victory over Crystal Palace. The defender's seven crosses (four accurate) marked a team-high for the fixture. In addition to supplying his second assist of the league campaign, Mukiele contributed three tackles (two won), two interceptions and six clearance to the defensive effort.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Six crosses Sunday Mukiele registered six crosses (two accurate) and two chances created in Sunday's 1-1 draw against Tottenham Hotspur.

Impact Mukiele recorded a season-high six crosses in Sunday's draw, including a season-high two accurate crosses. He also recorded multiple chances created for just the second time this season, giving him a productive day on the attack from his center back position. He played well on the defensive end too as he made six clearances, intercepted two passes and won one tackle as he played the full 90 minutes in his 18th consecutive match.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 24, 2025 • goal

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Strong outing on right Mukiele generated one shot (zero on goal) and three crosses (zero accurate) in Sunday's 1-0 win against Newcastle United. In addition, he was given a yellow card in the 34th minute...

Impact Mukiele put in a strong defensive shift on the right, helping the side secure his fourth clean sheet with the club. He recorded three clearances, one block and three interceptions, extending his streak to 11 matches with at least one interception, and his cross led to the only goal of the match.

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Winners and losers of the weekend's football: Raphinha boosts Barcelona's title bid while Inter take advantage of Serie A slip-ups - but Nick Woltemade and Newcastle endure a derby day to forget

Things are really heating up in the run-up to Christmas across Europe's top leagues, with Inter reclaiming top spot in Serie A, Lens surpris...

DECEMBER 15, 2025 • goal

Winners and losers of the weekend's football: Raphinha boosts Barcelona's title bid while Inter take advantage of Serie A slip-ups - but Nick Woltemade and Newcastle endure a derby day to forget

Premier League: Arsenal regains 5-point lead as struggling Liverpool drops more points at Anfield

There was another win for Arsenal in the Premier League, and more misery for Liverpool and its under-fire manager Arne Slot

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • Associated Press

Unlucky own goal Mukiele recorded an own goal and one cross (zero accurate) in Wednesday's 1-1 draw versus Liverpool.

Impact Mukiele thought he had done enough to get in the way of a curled Florian Wirtz shot, but in the end it found the back of the net and he was left with an own goal. Mukiele has been an excellent defender since joining Sunderland, though he's been tasked as a center-back, essentially ending any of the offensive upside from earlier in his career. Mukiele will remain a stout defender as long as he stays fit.

DECEMBER 3, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Three crosses Saturday Mukiele had three crosses (zero accurate) and five tackles in Saturday's 1-0 loss against Fulham.

Impact Mukiele recorded three crosses in Saturday's loss, his second time this season recording three or more. He also put together a strong performance on the defensive end as he won nine duels, made seven clearances, won three tackles and intercepted two passes in his full 90 minutes of action.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Logs assist on opening goal Mukiele assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-2 draw versus Arsenal.

Impact The midfielder got the assist on Sunderland's opening goal off the long free kick, judging the bounce well and setting up Daniel Ballard. Mukiele has a good matchup coming up in two weeks against Fulham, a team which has conceded 16 times in 11 games.

NOVEMBER 8, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

First goal in right back role Mukiele scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and one cross (zero accurate) in Saturday's 2-0 victory versus Wolverhampton.

Impact Mukiele played for the first time this season as a right back and recorded a season-high two shots including his first on target which resulted in a goal. It was his first attacking contribution in six starts during which he's produced four shots, created four chances and recorded 20 tackles, winning 15 of them and totaling 48 clearances overall. The defender has registered at least one tackle and made five or more clearances in each of his starts.

OCTOBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available to face Man United Mukiele is fit and available to face Manchester United on Saturday, manager Regis Le Bris confirmed during Thursday's press conference.

Impact Mukiele has started and played the full 90 in his four starts with Sunderland this season. The defender has established himself as a regular at center-back alongside Omar Alderete and should be a reliable source of defensive stats against Manchester United. Through four games, Mukiele has 35 clearances, 11 tackles and four interceptions while contributing to two clean sheets.

OCTOBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Possibility for debut Mukiele has trained this week and is a possibility for Saturday's match against Burnley, according to manager Regis Le Bris, per Phil Smith of the Sunderland Echo. "Nordi has train...

Impact Mukiele did not play in the opener as he tried to ramp up his fitness after transferring from PSG, still to make his team debut. That said, he is now looking ahead to Saturday's match for a possible return, needing to pass some testing to make the team sheet. However, he may be held out and wait until Tuesday's Carabao Cup. He will likely bid for a starting spot once he is ready, so this is good news for the club as they make their claim to remain in the Premier League.

AUGUST 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

What Nordi Mukiele Brings to Sunderland's Premier League Project In a great start to the season for Sunderland, we have been able to see how the 3-0 victory against West Ham undoubtedly boosted the team to...

AUGUST 20, 2025 • SI.COM

Sunderland signs defender Mukiele from PSG

Sunderland has completed the signing of defender Nordi Mukiele from Paris Saint-Germain

AUGUST 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Moves to Sunderland Mukiele has completed a transfer to Sunderland from PSG, according to his new club.

Impact Mukiele departed France this summer to head to England and join newly promoted Sunderland, inking a four-year deal with the club. He had struggled for time last season with PSG, leading to a loan with Leverkusen, starting in 10 of his 15 appearances. However, over his career, the 27-year-old has gained plenty of experience, accumulating more than 300 appearances. He does have the ability to play on the inside or outside of the defense, which should earn him more time, although he will likely push for a starting role on the right side of the defense.

AUGUST 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Returning to Paris Mukiele is returning to PSG following the end of his loan to Leverkusen.

Impact Mukiele did well during his time on loan with Leverkusen, making 15 appearances (10 starts) before a muscle tear ended his season. The wing-back now returns to PSG where he likely won't find any consistent minutes. Mukiele has struggled for a significant role ever since departing Leipzig in 2022.

MAY 22, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Misses season finale Mukiele (tear) is out for Saturday's match against Mainz.

Impact Mukiele is not going to return for the season finale on Saturday, with the defender absent from the bench and starting XI. This is a tough way to end the season, as he hasn't played in their past six games, ending his season with one goal in 15 appearances (10 starts).

MAY 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Working with ball Mukiele (tear) was viewed working with a ball, according to his club.

Impact Mukiele is seeing his first training session since suffering a muscle tear, as he was seen working with a ball on grass alone. This is a good start for the defender after only a few weeks since the injury, already showing good progress. However, he will remain in doubt to return this season, likely not being risked with two games to go.

MAY 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out several weeks Mukiele suffered a muscle tear in training on Wednesday and is sidelined for the next three weeks, the club announced.

Impact Mukiele suffered a muscle tear in training on Wednesday and will miss the next three weeks to allow him to recover. He could potentially be back for the final game of the season against Mainz on May. 17. That said, his absence will not impact the starting squad, since he remained an unused substitute in the last three games.

APRIL 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

The final four: What to know about the Champions League semifinals

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APRIL 17, 2025 • Associated Press

Clears suspension Mukiele is no longer suspended and is an option moving forward.

Impact Mukiele was sent off in the first leg against Bayern and missed the second leg due to suspension. The French defender is now available after serving his ban, though his return will not come in the Champions League since his team was eliminated.

MARCH 12, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bayern goalkeeper Manuel Neuer injures himself while celebrating a goal

Perhaps Manuel Neuer should stick to stopping goals

MARCH 5, 2025 • Associated Press

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