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Zenit St Petersburg loanee Wilson Isidor is enjoying a stellar run with Sunderland. In just six Championship starts, the French forward has already netted four goals. But it’s not just the frequency of his scoring; it’s the variety and style of his finishes that have quickly made him a fan favorite.
After a thrilling 80-yard run to score the winner against Hull City, Isidor followed it up with a stunning volley to help Sunderland beat Oxford United on Saturday, solidifying their five-point lead over Burnley and Leeds United at the top of the table.
Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris, who previously coached Isidor in Rennes’ youth setup, emphasizes that the 24-year-old brings more than goal-scoring to Sunderland’s attack. Le Bris highlighted Isidor’s commitment to improvement and noted that his playstyle complements Sunderland’s system perfectly.
“His profile matches very well with what we needed to elevate our game. His timing and tendency to run in behind defenses add a new dimension to our attack,” Le Bris explained. Isidor’s goal against Oxford, where he sprinted behind the defense to receive a perfect through ball from Dan Neil, exemplifies this quality.
Former Sunderland star Julio Arca praised Isidor for adding depth to the team, and Le Bris echoed this sentiment. He also mentioned that players like Elezier Mayenda and Aaron Connolly have the skills to fill Isidor’s role if necessary.
“We now have a stronger balance in possession,” Le Bris added, describing how mobile strikers like Isidor create space inside for other players to exploit.
Looking ahead to Sunderland’s match against QPR, Le Bris remains cautious. “QPR will be a threat. I respect every team in this league, and we won’t have any easy games,” he remarked, noting QPR’s attacking strengths despite their position lower in the standings.
Le Bris anticipates a challenging match but is confident Sunderland’s improved tactical balance will serve them well.