Sunderland's new predicted final Premier League finish after Arsenal defeat

Sunderland could not build on last weekend's hard-earned point at Brentford, losing at home to Arsenal despite a vigorous display. The defeat arrives alongside an updated projection of their final Premier League position.

Sunderland Echo notes that Opta's latest model now predicts Sunderland to finish 17th on 44.75 points, with Arsenal forecast to top the table on 79.56.

Regis Le Bris' side went toe to toe with the champions for almost an hour before former Newcastle United captain Bruno Guimaraes, on as a substitute, struck the opener, then Bukayo Saka sealed the result with a last-gasp penalty.

The hosts hassled, harried and pressed throughout, creating chances but failing to turn pressure into points. Le Bris described himself as both proud and disappointed with the performance.

In the same projection, Manchester City are placed second on 72.68 points and Liverpool third on 59.91, while Crystal Palace, Coventry City and Fulham occupy 18th to 20th.

Sunderland remain in the bottom half and now switch focus to their historic Europa League opener against AZ Alkmaar in midweek before visiting Manchester City next Sunday afternoon.

Source: Sunderland Echo

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