https://www.thenorthernecho.co.uk/s...s-problem-facing-sunderland-promotion-rivals/ REGIS Le Bris admits Sunderland need to find a way to overcome the obstacle of opposing sides sitting deep and setting out to frustrate the Black Cats, particularly at the Stadium of Light…. “It is something we have to think about, especially with the way they (Hull) played after the goal," admitted Le Bris. "It is not just our problem – this problem is really difficult to solve for lost of teams that encounter it. "When you have to manage a low block, it is never easy. We tried a few things against Hull – for example, we had lots of crosses from the right-hand side – but maybe we didn’t get enough bodies into the box. “I don’t know, it is something we will have to analyse deeply. In the end, it is probably a question of small details that can make the difference. We couldn’t solve the problem against Hull, so we will have to be better at that in the future.” When Sunderland are facing sides with little attacking ambition, Le Bris says the supporters also have a key role to play. Patience, he says, is key on the pitch and in the stands, though he admits his side have to give the fans something to shout about. “The relationship with the crowd is very important," said the Frenchman. "The crowd and the fans can give extra energy if you are struggling a bit, maybe because the game is a little bit flat. There can be different reasons for that, and they can help, cheering for some pressing, a tackle, a cross. "That was the case at Leeds, where at the end of the game, you could feel the opposition benefiting from the energy in the stadium. "But at the same time, we have to deserve this link. It is not just a question of the fans or the crowd, it is a question of us as well. Sometimes, we have to accelerate the game to generate the excitement in the crowd. It is on us as a team and as players to do that.”
Much better than these managers who blame everyone but themselves imo ... ... he's on a learning curve but clearly has the intelligence to adapt and find solutions. Managers like Mowbray, no offence, think they've already learned everything so can't/won't adapt and progress. 'Adrenalin managers', like Peter Reid, Keane, etc, eventually run out of steam and the whole thing collapses ... ... this is the very first time I can actually see any real foundations at the club. It's steady and sure but probably not exciting enough for those who just want big spends, a dozen new signings and the PL at any cost. I'll take Plan A.
