Régis Le Bris provides significant Chris Rigg, Anthony Patterson and Dan Ballard injury updates ahead of Preston

The head coach of Sunderland has given an update on Chris Rigg, Anthony Patterson, and Dan Ballard’s fitness.   Ahead of Sunderland’s trip to Preston North End this week, head coach Régis Le Bris has given a major update on Chris Rigg, Dan Ballard, and Anthony Patterson. Alan Browne, a Republic of Ireland international, started…

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Sunderland figure reveals historic and worrying £22m black hole in finances that had to be fixed

The previous chairman of Sunderland disclosed a financial shortfall of £22 million from 2006. According to Niall Quinn, Sunderland’s finances were in dire straits in 2006.   After his legendary partnership with fellow forward Kevin Phillips, the former striker for Arsenal, Manchester City, and the Republic of Ireland joined Sunderland in 1996 and remained there…

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Sunderland team captain Dan Neil reveals Chris Rigg’s frustration against Oxford United in Championship

Chris Rigg’s displeasure at being substituted and his instructions to the young player have been described by Sunderland’s captain.   Following the Oxford United match, Sunderland captain Dan Neil gave Chris Rigg, a teenage sensation, a specific message. The Black Cats extended their lead at the top of the table to five points after 12…

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Sunderland star is now the highest-rated player in the Championship and it’s not Jobe Bellingham

According to statistics, one Sunderland star is now the best player in the Championship.   Regis Le Bris’s outstanding man-management has been largely responsible for the Black Cats’ numerous standout performances thus far in the 2024–25 Championship season. Wilson Isidor demonstrated his abilities last time out against Oxford United with a masterfully well-taken finish to…

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£19m star spotted watching Sunderland 2-0 Oxford amid Premier League contract uncertainty

In light of the uncertainty surrounding his future at Manchester United, the Manchester United player was seen watching Sunderland’s victory against Oxford United in the Championship on Saturday from home.   When Amad, 22, joined Manchester United in 2021 for £19 million, he signed a contract that would last until June 2025. If certain conditions…

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‘A Duracell bunny’: Former coach says Sunderland have unearthed ‘an absolute diamond’ who gives ‘everything’

One of Chris Rigg’s former coaches has appropriately praised the Sunderland star. The Black Cats’ 2024–25 Championship campaign has gotten off to an incredible start. In contrast to the later part of the 2023–24 Championship season, the team is incredibly confident in one another, especially the younger players, and new French coach Regis Le Bris…

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Sunderland loanee receives England youth nod alongside Chris Rigg and Jobe Bellingham

Three young Sunderland players have received calls up to the England under-18 squad.   Prior to the forthcoming international break, Black Cats first team members Chris Rigg and Jobe Bellingham have both been called up to the England U19 squad, along with Sunderland loanee Matty Young. The youthful custodian, who has a strong reputation on…

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Sunderland rivals confirm eight-game ban that will rule player out of Black Cats clash

Next month’s match against Sunderland will not include the Preston North End striker.   Preston North End, Sunderland’s Championship opponents, have announced that striker Milutin Osmajic, who bit Blackburn Rovers player Owen Beck during last month’s Lancashire derby, will serve an eight-game suspension. The Montenegro international grabbed attention when he was seen in an apparent…

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Regis Le Bris’s Sunderland starting XI and likely subs to face Leeds United – predicted XI gallery

Tuesday night will see Sunderland’s return to Championship play against Leeds United. With the intention of maintaining their position atop the table, Sunderland will be back in action in the Championship on Tuesday night. But they will be up against Leeds United, who under Daniel Farke should contend for automatic promotion, which will be their…

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