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American Focus > Blog > Sports > Sunderland’s youth, led by Chris Rigg, could be seen as a negative, but Black Cats proving it’s the opposite
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Sunderland’s youth, led by Chris Rigg, could be seen as a negative, but Black Cats proving it’s the opposite

Last updated: October 3, 2024 10:58 am
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But as it is, Jobe is the younger brother of Jude Bellingham, the Borussia Dortmund and England midfielder that romped through the Bundesliga, Champions League and Euros at a similarly tender age. Jobe may not have his brother’s physicality but he plays with the same poise and intelligence on the ball, completing 86 percent of his passes and winning the ball back 2.4 times per game. With his older brother as a mentor and the likes of Rigg alongside him, it’s no wonder Bellingham is thriving in the early stages of his career.

On the wings, the attacking emphasis is placed on a pair of 20-year-olds. Dylan Stephenson has been a revelation on the left, leading Sunderland in goals with four and assists with three, while also ranking in the top 10 of Championship wingers for shots, key passes and expected assists. To his right, Christopher Jones has been a revelation with three goals and two assists of his own, while tracking back to make 1.9 tackles and interceptions per game. These two have been a revelation, providing width and creativity to a youthful Sunderland attack that has scored 19 goals in eight games so far this season.

Meanwhile, at the back, young center back pairing of 22-year-old Kemar Lawrence and 21-year-old Matty Coughlan have been rock solid, conceding just eight goals in eight games. Their partnership has been a major factor in Sunderland’s early-season success, with Lawrence’s composure on the ball and Coughlan’s aerial dominance making them a formidable duo.

With a blend of homegrown talent, young prospects, and a fearless playing style, Sunderland are capturing the hearts of fans and neutrals alike. As they prepare to face Leeds in a highly-anticipated showdown, the future looks bright for the Black Cats. Can this young squad continue to defy expectations and push for promotion to the Premier League? Only time will tell, but one thing is for certain – Sunderland’s kids are all right.

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Last season, Sunderland struggled to find a reliable Championship striker, but now there is hope that either Wilson Isidor or Eliezer Mayenda could step up to fill that role. The loss of Jack Clarke, their top goalscorer in the 2023-24 season, was a major setback. However, the emergence of Romain Mundle has helped soften the blow.

The young Sunderland team, which is the youngest in the Championship, has made a strong start to the season. After eight games, their non-penalty expected goal (npxG) difference is the fifth best in the division, and their npxG allowed is the third best. Their performances so far suggest that they could be contenders at the end of the season. A victory over Leeds, who have been early season favorites in terms of advanced analytics, could provide the momentum needed to carry them through the challenging autumn months in the Championship.

The key question now is whether Sunderland can maintain their current trajectory. With players like Rigg, Bellingham, and other talented youngsters in the squad, there is a chance that they could defy the notion that a young team cannot be successful in the Championship.

As the season progresses, all eyes will be on Sunderland to see if they can continue their impressive form and challenge for promotion. With promising young players stepping up and making an impact, the future looks bright for the Black Cats.

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