Sunderland take encouragement despite Manchester City defeat
A Premier League panel ruled Sunderland should not have had a penalty against Arsenal, but backed VAR by 3-2 for not intervening as the call was not 'clear and obvious'.
Sunderland's 5-3 defeat at the Etihad was full of 'beautiful chaos', with Brian Brobbey to the fore in a spirited display that gave fans encouragement.
Thomas Meunier said Belgium boss Mark van Bommel warned him he would be left out. The Sunderland full-back called it disappointing, but wants to move on and focus on the club.
Supporters marked Régis Le Bris's 100th Sunderland game, praising his humility, tactical nous and milestones including promotion, Wembley glory, and wins over Chelsea and AZ Alkmaar.
Switzerland boss Murat Yakin expects a solution over Granit Xhaka's Covid row, while the doctor says she vaccinated him correctly, clouding the Sunderland captain's return.
Sunderland's 5-3 defeat at Manchester City exposed flaws but also attacking promise. Régis Le Bris is evolving the side, with Brobbey's hat-trick and the AZ Alkmaar win offering encouragement.
Enzo Le Fée has signed a new five-year Sunderland deal until 2031, with Florent Ghisolfi calling it a sign of continuity and trust after promotion, European football and his strong form.
Brian Brobbey said video analysis has sharpened his scanning and positioning after his hat-trick in Sunderland's 5-3 defeat at Manchester City, as he eyes a Netherlands starting spot.
Sunderland U21s drew 3-3 with Accrington Stanley before losing on penalties. Tom Proctor was man of the match after scoring, pressing well and helping create the opener.
Erling Haaland matched Harry Kane's record with a goal in Manchester City's 5-3 win over Sunderland, taking his tally to five in five Premier League games.
