BBC NEWS: Regis Le Bris made a daring Sunderland pick during the Leeds United tie, and he got it entirely wrong.

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Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris made one poor decision in their 2-2 draw with Leeds United.

Sunderland secured a late draw against promotion contenders Leeds United at the Stadium of Light.

In the 97th minute, Leeds United goalkeeper Ilian Meslier let the ball slide past his fingers, turning the game around and preventing Regis Le Bris’ team from losing their first home game of the 2024/25 Championship season.

Alan Browne, a new acquisition for the Black Cats, scored his first goal in a spectacular and lucky manner. Chris Rigg, a fellow midfielder, also scored early in the game to give his team the lead.

Browne undoubtedly made a difference when he joined the pitch, and as a result, it has highlighted a rare mistake judgment by Le Bris, which in hindsight may have swung the game in Sunderland’s favor if made differently.

Regis Le Bris made the wrong choice about Dan Neil’s selection for Sunderland

Sunderland’s captain, Dan Neil, struggled in the center of the pitch and gave up a penalty, resulting in a second consecutive away loss to Watford.

Browne’s timely return from leave allowed him a great chance to rest the midfielder, who had been struggling in recent weeks.

Browne’s Championship experience clearly counts for a lot, especially when they are up against the wall away from home or chasing a result in the dying minutes at home, and that, combined with his brilliant playmaking abilities, should undoubtedly earn him a spot in the side next time out.

Can Dan Neil be dismissed as Sunderland’s captain?

Le Bris has shown noteworthy hesitance in selecting his midfield squad, and the start of the season saw Rigg and a surprising lack of minutes before he revealed himself with style, earning himself a permanent starting berth in the team.

In this case, it is apparent that Le Bris will not rush to replace his club captain, and while it seems sense to maintain a leader in the team, he will be replaced by someone with far more practical experience in the second tier.

In addition, Luke O’Nien has secured a berth and will easily take on the position of captain in Neil’s absence, as he did last season.

It would be a risky decision for Le Bris to drop Neil, but it might pay off handsomely for his team as they attempt to maintain their strong form this season.

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