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‘Time for him to go’ – Sunderland fans vent at Régis Le Bris and Granit Xhaka after Dinamo defeat

Sunderland fans criticised Régis Le Bris and Granit Xhaka after a frustrating Europa League defeat to Dinamo Zagreb…

Published: Thursday, 5 November 2026 at 11:21 PM
‘Time for him to go’ – Sunderland fans vent at Régis Le Bris and Granit Xhaka after Dinamo defeat
Key Things to Know
  • Sunderland fans criticized head coach Régis Le Bris and Granit Xhaka following a Europa League defeat to Dinamo Zagreb.
  • The Stadium of Light crowd booed the team after consecutive defeats against Coventry City and Dinamo Zagreb.
  • Supporters questioned Le Bris' tactical rigidity and Xhaka's form on social media, with some calling for a managerial change.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Sunderland supporters expressed sharp frustration with head coach Régis Le Bris and midfielder Granit Xhaka following a Europa League home defeat to Dinamo Zagreb. Fans at the Stadium of Light booed the team after the loss, which followed a recent Premier League defeat to Coventry City. On social media, supporters criticized Le Bris' tactical setup, lack of formation changes despite making six starting alterations, and a perceived drop in intensity.

Individual criticism also targeted Xhaka's performance, with some fans urging a managerial change while others cautioned against returning to historical managerial instability. Despite the vocal backlash, some supporters defended Le Bris, highlighting an improved second-half display and urging patience ahead of Sunderland's upcoming match against Chelsea.

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