Romaine Mundle Proves Regis Le Bris Right After What He Did for Sunderland in Win vs Oxford United

In a thrilling FA Cup fourth-round clash, Sunderland secured a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Championship side Oxford United, with winger Romaine Mundle emerging as the star performer and validating manager Regis Le Bris's faith in him.[1][2][3]

The breakthrough came via a penalty converted by Habib Diarra after a moment of "inexperienced but overenthusiastic defending" from Oxford gifted Sunderland the opportunity. Up to that point, Oxford had held firm, but the spot-kick shifted momentum decisively in the Black Cats' favor.[2]

Mundle, deployed on the left flank, terrorized Oxford's defense with his pace and trickery. He drew a clear penalty when Bangan dove in recklessly, fouling the speedy winger who had repeatedly outpaced his marker. Commentators praised Mundle's ability to "get away from him," forcing desperate challenges.[2] Earlier, he unleashed a bending shot inside the box that tested Oxford keeper Matt Ingram's reflexes, as Sunderland pressed to extend their lead.[3]

Defensively solid, Sunderland limited Oxford to few clear chances, with Ingram's saves— including one on Trey Hume's effort—keeping the score tight. Mundle's dominance down the left showcased why Le Bris backed him, now giving the club a clear plan for the 22-year-old's future amid his "heroics."[1][2]

The win propels Sunderland into the FA Cup fifth round, boosting morale. Mundle's display against higher-league opposition proves Le Bris right: he's a key asset with untapped potential, blending speed, skill, and composure under pressure.[1][3]

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