In this content, the focus is on an upcoming match between Sunderland and Norwich City. Both teams have been struggling recently, with Sunderland losing their last three matches and Norwich only earning one point in their last four games. The Sunderland manager, Mowbray, sees this match as an opportunity for his team to play well and try to win. He acknowledges that Norwich is a tough opponent with experienced players and a coach who has been promoted out of the league before.
Despite their recent losses, Mowbray remains calm and confident about Sunderland’s position in the league. They are currently two points and four places better off than Norwich. He compares their situation to Burnley’s at the same stage of the previous season, highlighting that they are only three points off third place. Mowbray believes in analyzing both the positives and negatives from previous matches to prepare the team for future games.
Mowbray also mentions the possibility of including Spanish striker Eliezer Mayenda in the squad for the first time. Mayenda recently recovered from a hamstring injury and played a full 90 minutes in a U21s friendly. Mowbray sees potential in Mayenda and considers putting him on the bench for the upcoming match, believing that even a short appearance could make a difference, as scoring a goal can happen in an instant.
Overall, this content focuses on the upcoming match between Sunderland and Norwich City, highlighting the challenges faced by both teams. The Sunderland manager remains optimistic about their prospects and considers the inclusion of a new player to potentially strengthen their chances of success.
