Alessandro Barcherini stresses work-first mindset after Sunderland’s late derby win at Newcastle | OneFootball

Sunderland assistant head coach Alessandro Barcherini struck a measured tone after the dramatic Tyne-Wear derby win at Newcastle United, saying in a LinkedIn post that focus swiftly returns to the work behind the scenes.

At St James’s Park, Anthony Gordon gave the hosts an early lead. Sunderland responded, Chemsdine Talbi levelled, then Brian Brobbey struck in the 90th minute to seal all three points and complete a first league double over Newcastle since 2014-15.

He said results are what most people notice, yet the unseen preparation is relentless, and happiness after victory fades quickly into relief before planning for the next match begins.

He tells players to enjoy the game, the win and the moments, but has learned to find his joy in the work rather than the results. He added that he loves winning and savoured this one, though the process matters most. He signed off by telling Mackems to enjoy it.

The victory extended a striking trend, with Newcastle still without a home league win in this fixture since 2010 and winless in league meetings anywhere since 2011. It also moved Sunderland ahead in all-time Tyne-Wear derby wins and lifted them above their rivals in the Premier League table.

Source: Sunderland Echo