AliousRégis Le Bris Reveals Why Man Utd Clash Carries Extra Meaning and Tells Critics to ‘Keep Writing’
Sunderland boss Régis Le Bris has downplayed talk of his team’s flying start in the Premier League, urging calm and humility ahead of their trip to **Old Trafford this Saturday.
The Black Cats have collected 11 points from six games, sitting comfortably above Ruben Amorim’s struggling Manchester United, who are four points worse off.
Despite the contrast in form, Le Bris insists Sunderland cannot afford to get carried away and must keep their feet on the ground.
When asked about maintaining focus inside the camp, the French coach responded with a wry smile:
“Keep writing it! Absolutely. We’ve got a good mix – ambitious young players and experienced leaders like Granit, Reinildo and Omar.
We know setbacks will come. Losing to Burnley wasn’t a disaster – we were back working immediately.
That’s the mentality we need: not too high, not too low.”
Old Trafford ‘Demands Character’
Although many feel United are vulnerable, Le Bris stressed that Amorim’s men remain dangerous.
“Playing at Old Trafford demands strong personality and strong character,” he warned.
“United create chances everywhere – direct balls in behind, set pieces, talented players all over the pitch. It’s only a matter of time before things click for them, so we must respect that and be humble.”
The Sunderland manager pointed to recent examples, noting how Aston Villa suddenly sparked into form after a poor spell, reminding his squad that United could turn things around in an instant.
A Personal Touch – Why This Game Matters More
For Le Bris, Saturday’s clash holds a special emotional significance. Over a decade ago, he attended a United match at Old Trafford with his son – a **lifelong Red Devils fan**. That day, Sergio Agüero scored for City but United claimed the win.
“My son is a big Manchester United supporter,” Le Bris admitted. “But on Saturday, he’ll be in the Sunderland end, backing us. That makes this game a little extra special for me and my family.”
With Sunderland looking to extend their impressive start and United desperate to stop the rot, all eyes will be on Old Trafford for what promises to be a pivotal test for both managers.
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