"Given the turbulence at the club over the last decade, Sunderland fans could be forgiven for feeling apprehensive on their return to the Premier League. Their route back to the top division has been a long one, with the Black Cats experiencing back-to-back relegations and spending four years in League One. Even last season's promotion was dramatic. Having finished 16th the season before, Sunderland upset the odds to beat Sheffield United in the play-off final with a last-gasp winner in injury time at Wembley."
"But there has been more than good fortune to Sunderland's revival. There were fears after the Black Cats made 14 first-team signings this summer that Le Bris' side could lose the togetherness that helped them earn promotion. But the Black Cats have more than maintained the momentum so far this season. With 14 points from eight matches, Sunderland have matched their best start to a Premier League campaign. Not that manager Le Bris is taking anything for granted."
"The Black Cats' fine start has been built on their home form, with 10 of their 14 points coming at the Stadium of Light - only leaders Arsenal have as many. Perhaps the most impressive element of Sunderland's form is that they have bucked the trend of promoted sides in recent times. Southampton, Leicester and Ipswich - who were all relegated last season having"
Sunderland won four of eight matches on their return to the Premier League, rising to seventh with 14 points while Wolves remain bottom and winless. Sunderland's resurgence follows a turbulent decade, including back-to-back relegations and four years in League One, and a dramatic play-off final victory at Wembley. Despite 14 summer signings, the squad has retained togetherness and momentum under Regis le Bris. Sunderland have earned ten of their 14 points at the Stadium of Light, matching their best top-flight start. Le Bris stresses focus on the next game and the long, tough journey ahead.
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