Impressive Black Cats start made of Granit, says Waddle

CHRIS WADDLE believes Granit Xhaka deserves a large slice of the credit for Sunderland's success this season after the Black Cats put one over on rivals Newcastle.

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Nick Woltemade's own goal settled affairs on Sunday at the Stadium of Light, firing promoted Sunderland four points and five places above the Toon. Waddle, who played for both clubs, told WhichBookie: “Sunderland have been amazing this season, I didn't see it coming.