Granit Xhaka posts four-word message after Sunderland’s derby win at Newcastle | OneFootball

Sunderland’s players flooded social media after their comeback Tyne-Wear derby win at St James’ Park, sharing celebrations and messages for supporters. According to Sunderland Echo, the tone across the squad was one of gratitude and emotion.

They had fallen behind early before a characterful second half turned the game, with Chemsdine Talbi, at 20 years and 317 days, becoming the youngest Sunderland player to score against Newcastle in the Premier League. The result extended Sunderland’s unbeaten league run against Newcastle to 11, with the Magpies without a home league win in this fixture since 2010 and without a league victory since 2011.

Goalkeeper Melker Ellborg posted a picture of the away end, writing, "Massive win today! Thanks for the support," with red and white hearts. Omar Alderete shared a celebratory image captioned "+3", adding hearts and a clenched fist. Lutsharel Geertruida’s post from inside the ground carried a pointed message that hinted at Sunderland’s superiority.

Midfielder Granit Xhaka, frustrated at times in the first half, posted an image alongside the words, "This one means everything," with a red heart and his personal hashtag. His message struck a chord given the turnaround.

Match-winner Brian Brobbey replied, "Yess my captain," while other responses labelled the victory historic. Exchanges between teammates in the comments underlined the unity in the group long after the final whistle.

Source: Sunderland Echo