Sunderland head to Arsenal after spirited reverse fixture
Noah Sadiki hails Declan Rice before Sunderland visit Arsenal, calling the midfielder ‘really special’ for his running, tempo and passing, admitting the test has made him question his own levels.
Arteta hails Sunderland as ‘extremely competitive’, well-coached and dangerous after November’s draw. He warns Arsenal must match their intensity at the Emirates.
Granit Xhaka reflects on Arsenal ‘dark days’, praises Arteta for keeping him, and explains choosing Sunderland. Injury rules him out of an emotional Emirates return.
Sunderland u21 win 2-0 at Brighton. Geragusian scores and shines, Neill seals it from Dinsdale’s cross. Strong displays from Holcroft and Kindon at the back.
Arsenal concern over Jurrien Timber’s fitness before facing Sunderland, with Bukayo Saka already missed last match. Sunderland’s organised display in the reverse fixture is noted.
Sunderland visit Arsenal after a 2-2 reverse fixture. Xhaka is out, Brobbey leads a 5-4-1. Le Bris may hand Angulo a debut. Prediction tips Arsenal 2-0, but Sunderland’s away draws at Liverpool and win at Chelsea give hope.
