Sunderland 0-1 Brighton: What Le Bris said
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Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris speaking to BBC Match of the Day after their defeat by Brighton: "It was a good Premier League game. Brighton were good during the first half, the first 30 minutes. The second half was well balanced. We had an opportunity disallowed. They had their opportunity which was allowed. The lads showed great mentality. It was a good game but it wasn't enough today.
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On Brighton's goal: "For me, we have to play the game. If we think that the VAR or the referee will help us, it doesn't make any sense. We have to defend the goal and play until the end."
On goalkeeper Melker Ellborg starting: "He is doing well and stepping up in the Premier League. We are struggling a bit so it gives opportunities for young lads. They need time and support, and it is important to feel the support. We need to help them rather than being negative."
"We quickly forget that last season we were in the Championship, we got promoted at the end. A young squad needs time, they need to struggle because you learn a lot in this time. We have another important fixture next week because we are excited by the event and we are looking forward to it [derby game against Newcastle]."
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- 14 of Sunderland's Premier League games have been goalless at half time this season, more than any other side.