Le Bris misses Xhaka flashpoint

REGIS LE BRIS did not see Granit Xhaka get involved in a verbal spat with West Ham fans but did bemoan the lack of fight from Sunderland on the pitch.

- BY STEVE JUDGE

Midfielder Xhaka missed the defeat at West Ham due to an ankle injury but sat on the back of the subs bench.

Referee Thomas Bramall stopped the game in the 87th minute, with Xhaka seen in a dispute with Hammers fans.