Sunderland falls to Manchester City 5-3 despite strong showing
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:31 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026
Sunderland challenged Premier League leaders Manchester City earlier today, ultimately losing 5-3 at the Etihad Stadium. After a tough 2-0 defeat to Arsenal last weekend, Sunderland's performance marked an improvement, highlighted by a hat trick from Brian Brobbey. Coach Regis Le Bris praised the team's belief and style, indicating positive momentum despite the loss. Sunderland will next face Brighton at the Stadium of Light on October 10.
- •Sunderland loses 5-3 to Manchester City at the Etihad Stadium.
- •Brian Brobbey scores a hat trick in the match.
- •Regis Le Bris highlights the team's belief and style of play.
- •Sunderland aims to rebound against Brighton on October 10.
- •Previous match saw Sunderland lose 2-0 to Arsenal.
- 4:31 PMYahoo Sports — 🎙️ Le Bris and Brobbey on Sunderland's spirited showing at Man City
"Sunderland put up quite the fight against current Premier League table-toppers Manchester City earlier this afternoon.The Black Cats may well feel hard done by the final scoreline after heading back t...
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