Régis Le Bris outlines Sunderland’s Europa League selection approach after AZ Alkmaar win | OneFootball

Sunderland opened their first European campaign in 53 years with a 1-0 home win over AZ Alkmaar last week. The Eredivisie side are among the top seeds in the competition. According to Sunderland Echo, Régis Le Bris intends to keep a strong core to his Europa League line-up when possible.

In a congested week he rotated with four changes, handing starts to Wilson Isidor, Omar Alderete and Trai Hume. He still selected a powerful side, with Granit Xhaka and Nordi Mukiele retaining their places.

Le Bris said injuries could force adjustments, but he wants continuity to aid progress and help those stepping in perform within a settled structure. He views keeping a clear core and shape as the best way to support individuals.

The head coach accepts the schedule is demanding, yet believes games will accelerate his team’s development. He argued competitive matches deliver lessons that training struggles to replicate, putting the focus on swift recovery and faster analysis. He added his job is to quickly distil the key positives and negatives for the group.

Sunderland visit Torreense in Leiria on 15 October for their next Europa League fixture.

Source: Sunderland Echo

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