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3 Sunderland players impressing & one with a point to prove in Dinamo Zagreb tie

Sunderland face Croatian double winners Dinamo Zagreb on matchday four of the Europa League.

Sunderland Echo

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 11:00 AM

Key Things to Know

Sunderland Echo highlights three in-form Sunderland players and notes Chris Rigg has a point to prove against Dinamo Zagreb.
Timur Tutierov has impressed after scoring against both Lech Poznan and Brentford.
Defender Nordi Mukiele and recent two-assist provider Jocelin Ta Bi are singled out as key performers.

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Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris faces key selection decisions ahead of their Europa League match against Dinamo Zagreb. Sunderland Echo highlights Timur Tutierov, Nordi Mukiele, and Jocelin Ta Bi as three players currently impressing for the Black Cats, while Chris Rigg enters the tie with a point to prove.

Tutierov has scored in consecutive matches, Mukiele has established himself as a vital defensive leader, and Ta Bi recently assisted two goals against Brentford. Meanwhile, Rigg has struggled for playing time with only four starts across all competitions this season, making the European fixture an opportunity to reclaim a regular spot.

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