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“I’m totally disappointed with the results all due to SINGLE reason”- Régis Le Bris explains what went wrong for Sunderland in frustrating second half against Coventry City
Régis Le Bris acknowledged his team’s inability to retain possession as a key factor in Sunderland’s 2-2 draw with Coventry City on Saturday, as they surrendered a two-goal lead in the second half.
The Black Cats were in control at halftime, thanks to stunning goals from Wilson Isidor and Dennis Cirkin, but after the break, Coventry mounted a strong comeback with strikes from Haji Wright and Jack Rudoni, leaving Sunderland with a third draw in seven days.
Le Bris reflected on his side’s inability to impose themselves in the second half, admitting they struggled to manage possession under pressure.
“It was a good first half,” Le Bris said. “We started well, showcasing our strengths and qualities, particularly with the ball. We created plenty of chances and scored two fantastic goals. However, we weren’t as well-organized out of possession. We struggled to press their back three, and though we tried to address this at halftime, the second half was completely different. We couldn’t keep the ball under pressure, which allowed Coventry to exploit our weaknesses.”
The Frenchman expressed his disappointment with the second-half performance, both from himself and his players, but also emphasized the importance of building on the positive aspects of the game.
“I liked our first half, and I know we’re capable of playing like that,” Le Bris continued. “We need to build on our strengths if we are to remain competitive throughout the season. The second half wasn’t good, and we know exactly what we need to improve. It’s about accountability and commitment now. The players must understand what they need to do on the pitch when things aren’t going well. Coventry are a good team with plenty of talent, and they’ll be competitive in the second half of the season. We’re going to face tough matches, and when things are tight, we must find a way to shift the dynamic—that’s our next challenge.”
