Sunderland are shrewd. It is Sunderland's shape and rhythm that stands out, as well as the shear power and technical ability that runs through a group of players brought together to try and make Sunderland a force to be reckoned with. And when Sunderland play like this, they really are a force. So just how far can Le Bris take them? Hear more reaction from Le Bris on BBC SoundsHear post-match reaction from Gary Bennett and Nick Barnes

Source: BBC January 18, 2026 15:14 UTC