Sunderland’s Stunning Start: Black Cats Shock Premier League with Unstoppable Form and a 2-0 Triumph Over Wolves
Sunderland’s players were in high spirits after securing a 2-0 victory over Wolves, with their celebrations spilling over onto social media as they continued to impress in their Premier League return under manager Régis Le Bris. The Black Cats’ remarkable start to the season has captured attention, and the win against Wolves further underscored their strong performances. Sunderland’s players shared their joy on Instagram, with the squad collectively toasting their success after a game that demonstrated both their resilience and clinical finishing.
The win marked another step in Sunderland’s near-perfect home form, with the Stadium of Light becoming a fortress this season. Having accumulated 10 points from their opening home fixtures – more than any other team in the division – the Black Cats have shown a defensive solidity that’s been hard to breach. They’ve only conceded twice at home, a record bettered only by Arsenal, adding to the growing sense that this Sunderland side is no fluke. With 14 points from their first eight matches, they’ve matched their best-ever start in the Premier League, a record set during the 1999–00 season, and set a new benchmark for newly-promoted teams in the competition.
What makes Sunderland’s run even more remarkable is the context of recent Premier League promotions. Last season, Southampton, Leicester, and Ipswich combined for just 14 points at this stage, a total now equaled by Sunderland alone. The team’s organisation, recruitment, and collective belief have defied the expectations of many who doubted their ability to survive at the top level. If they continue this form, they could achieve Premier League survival well before the typical 40-point threshold.
Club captain Granit Xhaka encapsulated the mood of the squad with a heartfelt post on social media: “Loving playing in this team, at this stadium, in front of these fans!” He expressed his joy at being part of such a cohesive group, with his message resonating with his teammates. Bertrand Traoré echoed Xhaka’s enthusiasm, praising the team’s performance with a simple yet positive message: “+3 in the bag, well done team #SAFC. Thanks, everyone, for the support.”
Defender Dan Ballard, who helped secure yet another clean sheet at home, reflected on the team’s spirit: “Great fight from the lads today! Stadium was bouncing.” His words reflected the intensity and belief the squad has shown throughout the season.
However, Wolves’ manager, Pereira, offered a more measured view of the game, acknowledging Sunderland’s opportunism while suggesting the scoreline didn’t entirely reflect the balance of play. “We came with the intention to win the game, but we faced a team playing with great spirit at home,” Pereira said. “They took their chances, and we missed ours. That’s why they won, and congrats to them.” Despite the disappointment of the loss, his comments reflected respect for Sunderland’s performance and a recognition that their momentum is no accident.
With such a promising start, Sunderland is beginning to rewrite the script for newly-promoted clubs, defying the traditional struggles and setting a tone of optimism for the remainder of the season.
