Sunderland: Mowbray raves about Patterson

Sunderland supervisor Tony Mowbray raved about goalkeeper Anthony Patterson after the 3-0 victory at Queens Park Rangers final evening.

The Lowdown: Necessary victory

Judging by the scoreline alone, final evening’s victory appeared very snug, however the Black Cats left it late to place the sport past doubt, with Jack Clarke firing house a late double after Luke O’Nien opened the scoring within the first half.

The end result means Sunderland transfer as much as fifth within the Championship desk, contained in the play-off locations, nevertheless it may have been so totally different if not for Patterson saving Ilias Chair’s penalty when it was nonetheless 1-0, and Mowbray has since praised his goalkeeper.

Talking after the match, the Black Cats supervisor said: “Patterson has been superb all season – it [the penalty save] should not shock you.

“I genuinely suppose now that when individuals take penalties towards us, I feel he’s going to reserve it. That was an incredible save. He selected his manner however he stuffed the aim together with his physique and kicked it away.

“Have a look at how he offers with any lengthy, excessive balls within the field, he’s doing fantastically properly. He deserves large credit score in serving to the group get the appropriate end result tonight.”

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The Verdict: Important participant

It’s no marvel the 22-year-old is attracting attention from the likes of Premier League facet Wolverhampton Wanderers, as he has been in unbelievable kind this season, with Mowbray even suggesting that he has earned a name as much as England U21s.

Not solely did the shot-stopper save a penalty, however he additionally made four excessive claims and managed to win all three of his aerial duels, and he’s now in double figures for clear sheets within the second tier this season.

With Sunderland seeking to push for a return to the Premier League, Patterson will little question be a completely very important participant, and his supervisor will likely be hoping for the same efficiency at house to Bristol Metropolis this weekend.