Sunderland’s preparations for their crucial clash against Wolves have taken a worrying turn, with several first-team stars battling injuries just days before kickoff. The Black Cats, who have enjoyed a spirited start to the campaign, now face an anxious wait as the medical team races to get key players fit in time for the Stadium of Light showdown.
Club insiders confirm that multiple starters picked up knocks during international duty and recent training sessions, leaving head coach Régis Le Bris with serious selection headaches. One midfielder suffered an ankle twist while on international duty, forcing an early return to Wearside for treatment. Early signs appear promising, but the coaching staff are refusing to take risks with a player so central to Sunderland’s energetic style of play.
At the back, a defensive stalwart is also being monitored after picking up a muscle problem during his country’s friendly match abroad. The issue, described as “muscular tightness,” has cast doubt over his availability, with Sunderland’s medical department working around the clock to assess his recovery. Meanwhile, another defender continues to recover from a wrist injury that has sidelined him since the start of the season, though reports suggest he could return before the end of November.
With Wolves arriving in strong form, Le Bris may be forced to shuffle his lineup once again, testing the depth and resilience of his squad. Fans at the Stadium of Light are holding their breath, hoping the injury list doesn’t derail their team’s momentum. Still, the mood in Sunderland’s camp remains defiant — the Black Cats are determined to turn adversity into motivation and keep their unbeaten home record alive when the whistle blows this weekend.
