Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris defends team's tactics in loss to Sheffield United

Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris maintained his team's playing style during their 1-0 loss to Sheffield United, despite being reduced to ten men in the first half. Chris Mepham was sent off for a foul, but Le Bris chose not to add a defender. Instead of shifting to a more defensive setup, Sunderland played with one center-back and adapted their formation. They created chances in the second half but struggled with finishing. Le Bris emphasized the importance of sticking to their identity and praised his players for their adaptability. He acknowledged the need for improvement in their attacking play.