Diouf nets for Black Cats

New boy Diouf scores his first goal in red and white

Last updated: 7th August 2008

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Diouf: Off and running

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El-Hadji Diouf got off the mark for his new club as Sunderland hit six against Irish side Athlone Town.

A strong side selected by Roy Keane was always in control once Kieran Richardson continued his bright pre-season with the game's opening goal on three minutes.

Michael Chopra, who has been linked with a move away from the Stadium of Light, then grabbed a brace in the 11th and 64th minutes.

Midfielder Grant Leadbitter fired in a fourth fifteen minutes from time, before Diouf got in on the act late on with a fine strike from range.

And there was still enough time for Daryl Murphy to intercept a backpass for number six.