Mundle? “This player won it for the Black Cats” Pundit reveal Le Bris brilliant decision of including underrated Sunderland Player to starting XI was the Game changer over Burnley victory.
Sunderland hosted Burnley at the Stadium of Light on Saturday afternoon, with both teams aiming to extend their perfect starts to the 2024/25 season.
Scott Parker’s Burnley entered the weekend at the top of the Championship table, with Sunderland close behind in 2nd place.
Regis Le Bris has led Sunderland to victories over Cardiff City and Sheffield Wednesday so far, without conceding a league goal.
Burnley was expected to be Sunderland’s toughest challenge yet, especially following the news that Ipswich Town is set to sign Jack Clarke.
However, Romaine Mundle stepped into the starting lineup and scored a well-taken goal in the first half.
This was only Mundle’s second goal for the club and his first start in the Championship this season.
Sunderland impressed throughout the match and secured a well-deserved victory, leaving them and Watford as the only two teams in the Championship to have won their first three games.
Gary Bennett impressed by Sunderland’s defense against Burnley
Sunderland displayed many positive qualities against Burnley, showing significant improvement from last season.
BBC pundit Gary Bennett was particularly impressed with how Sunderland shut down Burnley’s attack, especially in the first half.
Bennett said, “What’s impressing me is the defensive side of it. The discipline side of it. The way they’ve kept their shape. The way they’ve tracked back. They’ve made it difficult for Burnley to break them down. There’s no way through.”
Regis Le Bris has elevated Sunderland’s overall game
Sunderland has been incredibly solid under Le Bris, who is likely making the club’s owners proud.
Last season, the team showed promise under several different managers, but Le Bris appears to have taken their game to the next level.
He has restored Sunderland’s attacking flair and bravery while also solidifying their defense.
Players like Aji Alese have stepped up this season, and with Dan Ballard returning soon, Le Bris could face a selection dilemma.
Luke O’Nien has been in good form, but Alese’s strong performances combined with Ballard’s return present a good problem for the Sunderland boss.
Sunderland will face Portsmouth in the Championship next weekend.