CD Eldense

Regis Le Bris began his Sunderland tenure with a resounding victory at South Shields. Former Sunderland academy coach Elliott Dickman praised the club’s young talents and urged them to seize the opportunity to impress the new head coach. In his debut match, Le Bris saw his team secure a 5-0 win, with first-half goals from Patrick Roberts, Trai Hume, Chris Rigg, Eliezer Mayenda, and Adil Aouchiche. Numerous academy players, including Tommy Watson, Harrison Jones, and Ben Crompton, were given a chance to shine in the second half, showcasing their potential.

Dickman noted the difficulty of breaking into the first-team environment but expressed optimism about the young players’ prospects. He highlighted the progress of Chris Rigg, Tommy Watson, Caden Kelly, and Harrison Jones, emphasizing the importance of impressing the new manager. The win at South Shields positively impacted Le Bris, who now focuses on the team’s upcoming trip to Spain to face Nottingham Forest and CD Eldense. Dickman believes the match was a great start for Le Bris and will help prepare Sunderland for a challenging season ahead.