Sunderland will be starting their Championship season with a match against Cardiff City, with Eliezer Mayenda leading the line. Regis Le Bris, the Black Cats’ new manager, has decided to stick with the same starting line-up that played in the final friendly against Marseille.
Due to Dan Ballard’s injury, Aji Alese will be partnering with Luke O’Nien in the centre-half position. Dan Neil will be the captain and will be playing alongside summer signing Alan Browne in midfield, with Jobe Bellingham in an attacking midfield role.
Jack Clarke will be on the left-hand side, while Patrick Roberts starts on the opposite flank. The Cardiff line-up will feature Horvath, Ng, Goutas, Chambers, O’Dowda, Ralls, Siopis, Ramsey, Willock, Robinson, and Tanner.
On the other hand, Sunderland’s line-up will consist of Patterson, Hume, O’Nien, Alese, Cirkin, Browne, Neil, Bellingham, Roberts, Mayenda, and Clarke. The substitutes for Sunderland will include Moore, Triantis, Johnson, Ekwah, Rigg, Aouchiche, Ba, Mundle, and Rusyn.
As Sunderland prepares for their opener at Cardiff City, Regis Le Bris has urged his team to take an aggressive approach. The manager believes that starting the season with a strong performance is crucial to setting the tone for the rest of the Championship campaign.
Le Bris has instilled a sense of determination and focus in his players, emphasizing the importance of being proactive and assertive on the field. He wants Sunderland to play with intensity and purpose, showcasing their skills and abilities right from the start.
With Mayenda leading the line and a solid starting line-up in place, Sunderland is poised for a competitive match against Cardiff City. The Black Cats will be looking to secure a positive result and begin their Championship season on a high note.
The match promises to be an exciting showdown between two talented teams, and Sunderland fans are eager to see how their team performs under Le Bris’ guidance. As the new season kicks off, all eyes will be on the Black Cats as they aim to make a statement in the Championship.
