Sunderland is gearing up to face QPR in the upcoming Championship match, aiming for their fourth consecutive win in the league. The team currently holds a five-point lead at the top of the table after securing victories in their last three games against Hull City, Luton Town, and Oxford United.
Unfortunately, Sunderland goalkeeper Anthony Patterson will be missing the QPR clash due to a muscle injury sustained during the Luton Town game. This setback forced manager Regis Le Bris to start second-choice goalkeeper Simon Moore in the previous match against Oxford United. Le Bris confirmed that Patterson is expected to be out for another week, giving Moore the opportunity to make his second consecutive start for the Black Cats.
Simon Moore, who joined Sunderland this summer, was initially seen as a reliable backup option for Patterson. However, the 34-year-old impressed fans with his performance in the Carabao Cup match against Preston and showed his capabilities in the recent game against Oxford United. Despite not having much to do during the match, Moore displayed confidence on the field and provided stability in the penalty box.
In a fans’ forum earlier this season, Moore disclosed that he had received multiple offers before deciding to join Sunderland, even when the club was without a manager at the time. His commitment to the team and valuable contributions have proven to be beneficial, especially in Patterson’s absence.
As Sunderland prepares to face QPR, fans can expect Moore to step up once again and showcase his skills between the posts. The match against QPR is scheduled for Saturday at 3pm, with other key fixtures including Leeds United playing against Plymouth Argyle and Burnley facing Millwall. Stay tuned for an exciting weekend of Championship football action.
