We know how IMPORTANT this is! | Regis Le Bris | Sunderland 1-0 Newcastle

Football

Year2025

Duration8m

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Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris reacts after his side claimed a massive victory over local rivals Newcastle. Timestamps 0:00 We expected a tough and tight game and that was the case The only regret at half time was the final third We were a bit too patient at times We found a solution at the beginning of the second half 1:05 Players surprised how much possession? I think we are getting more and more experience now and the squad is getting better We are young and after tough experiences we are growing I’m not really surprised The question was how can we score now? 1:50 Two fullbacks incredible? They were good, they were well supported as well They did well 2:10 the defenders want to defend. The success is because of that you think? It’s so important to protect your goal because it’s tough to score! The lads did this part of the game very well today m 2:55 Satisfaction to the city? The atmosphere was impressive The lads are able to connect with the stands 3:20 we’ll see how we celebrate! Relax a bit! 3:40 How much was previous Derby defeat fuelling the players? We have to stay smart and respectful and it’s a game! We have players who’ve been here for a long time and they know how important this derby is We can enjoy and then reset because we have another tough challenge 4:30 AFCON - how do you feel losing them? We wish them the best! It’s important for them to play for their national teams We have good confidence at the minute! 26 points is beautiful! I believe that we have good players right now on the bench and they’ll show they can help the squad 5:20 character won it today? We showed our progress! It’s not only me or one player but it’s a collective project and teamwork it’s one of the main strengths of this club 6:00 After scoring were you confident you’d win? The game changed We showed before even in a deep block we were good and we did well until the end 6:25 Unplanned team photo! 6:40 Loss of Gary? Sad for him, his family and friends and it’s good for the atmosphere to win a gam