“I’ve never been this embarrassed,” he admitted. “That performance was a disgrace. At home, in front of our fans, we have to fight for every ball. Tonight, we didn’t.”

“I’ve Never Been This Embarrassed” – Le Bris Explodes After Sunderland’s Home Defeat

Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris did not hold back following his side’s 3–1 defeat to Fulham at the Stadium of Light, branding the performance a disgrace and hinting that one player’s time at the club may already be over.

It was only Sunderland’s second home defeat of the season, making the result even more painful for supporters who have watched their team build a strong record on home soil. However, defensive errors and a lack of intensity allowed Fulham to take control of the match and leave Wearside with all three points.

After the final whistle, Le Bris delivered a brutally honest assessment.

“I’ve never been this embarrassed,” he admitted. “That performance was a disgrace. At home, in front of our fans, we have to fight for every ball. Tonight, we didn’t.”

The Sunderland boss then appeared to single out one unnamed player, sending a clear warning about standards within the squad.

“He’s finished at Sunderland if that’s the level he thinks is acceptable,” Le Bris said. “We have clear expectations here. If you cannot meet them, you will not play.”

Although he stopped short of naming the individual, the strength of his comments has already sparked speculation among fans about who could be facing the axe.

The defeat raises fresh questions about consistency, especially with this being just the second loss at the Stadium of Light this campaign. With pressure mounting and pride dented, changes could be on the horizon as Le Bris looks to restore discipline and intensity.

After such a fierce public dressing-down, the spotlight will now be firmly on Sunderland’s next match and whether the manager follows through on his warning.