JUST IN: Regis Le Bris gives a total blackout comment disagreeing to Hull City refree complaint as Sunderland get back on to Top table over Leeds United.
Sunderland secured a 1-0 victory at the MKM Stadium, with a stunning solo goal from Wilson Isidor proving to be the decisive moment.
Isidor’s goal originated from a Hull City corner, and the home side felt that referee Bobby Madeley had disrupted their corner routine, allowing Sunderland to regain possession and counterattack.
However, Madeley did not touch the ball and was five yards away when Dan Neil won the ball for Sunderland.
Hull manager Tim Walter was furious with the referee, but when asked by Sky Sports if he understood Hull’s frustration, Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris responded, “Not really.”
The win put Sunderland back on top of the Championship table, but it was an unusual game with two distinct halves of football.
“It’s always tough to win away,” Le Bris said. “We saw two different scenarios in the game. In the first half, we dominated possession, but the challenge was creating chances in the final third, particularly from wide areas, while also handling their counterattacks.
“We didn’t expect the game to play out this way, so we had to adjust, maybe cross earlier and improve positioning to manage the breaks.
“At halftime, we made some changes, and in the second half, they had more of the ball, which we were prepared for. They had control for six or seven minutes and missed a big chance, and we were ready to counterattack, which is one of our strengths, and Wilson made the difference.”
Regis Le Bris feeling a ‘connection’ at Sunderland
New Sunderland coach Regis Le Bris has had an impressive start at the club, and he says he already feels a strong connection on Wearside.
Le Bris, who was a surprise summer appointment after the club’s extended search for a new head coach, has quickly justified the decision, leading Sunderland to the top of the Championship after nine games.
While the results have been outstanding, it’s the energetic and fast-paced style of play that has truly excited the fans, creating a sense of renewed passion among supporters.
Le Bris himself has noticed this growing bond.
“There are still many games ahead, but I’m really happy with the environment we’ve built,” he said. “We don’t get too high after wins or too low after losses; we remain stable.
“I can already feel the connection with the club. I see the happiness and the bond between the players, the staff, and the fans. We all want to learn and improve together.”
Sunderland went into the international break sitting at the top of the table, but they had to wait until Sunday to resume their Championship campaign.
By the time they faced Hull, all other teams in the division had already played, and Le Bris anticipated a tough challenge at the MKM Stadium.
“I know Sunday will be a tough test, but we’ve prepared well,” he said.
“We adjust our preparation for each opponent, and the break gave us time to recover and focus on the next challenge.
“Hull is a strong team in possession, so it’s up to us to use the ball well and find the right spaces.”