Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris has expressed high regard for Leeds United ahead of their crucial Championship match at Elland Road on Monday night. In a recent press conference, Le Bris described Leeds as “a very good team” and “very impressive,” acknowledging them as possibly the best side Sunderland has faced this season. He also emphasized the need for his team to elevate their performance against top-tier opponents. citeturn0search0
The upcoming fixture is pivotal, with Sunderland currently seven points behind league leaders Leeds. A victory for the Black Cats could significantly narrow this gap, intensifying the race for automatic promotion. Reflecting on their previous encounter in October, which ended in a 2-2 draw due to a late equalizer from Sunderland, Le Bris highlighted the importance of maintaining focus and consistency throughout the match. citeturn0search0
Le Bris’s comments underscore the respect he holds for Leeds United while also serving as a rallying call for his players to rise to the occasion in this high-stakes contest.
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