Sunderland Beats Sheffield Wednesday in Championship Match

Régis Le Bris celebrated a triumphant first home game as Sunderland's manager, leading the Black Cats to a resounding 4-0 victory over Sheffield Wednesday at the Stadium of Light. This win marked a stark contrast to last season, where Sunderland struggled, finishing 16th in the Championship and failing to secure a home win in their last seven matches. The result also halted Wednesday's five-game winning streak, showcasing Sunderland's impressive start to the new season. The match began with Sunderland taking control early on, with Dennis Cirkin scoring the opener in the 11th minute from a well-placed free-kick by Patrick Roberts. Just four minutes later, teenage forward Eliezer Mayenda capitalized on a defensive error to double the lead, firing a precise shot into the corner. The hosts continued to dominate, with Luke O’Nien adding a third goal shortly after, taking advantage of a rebound from a long-range effort. Despite a half-time substitution by Wednesday's manager Danny Rohl aimed at revitalizing the team, Sunderland quickly extended their lead to four goals just two minutes into the second half. Mayenda netted his second of the match, finishing off a cross from Jack Clarke, who had been a constant threat to the Wednesday defense throughout the game. With this victory, Sunderland joins Burnley and Watford at the top of the Championship standings, both having won their opening two matches. The performance not only boosts Sunderland's confidence but also sets a promising tone for Le Bris' tenure as head coach.