Brian Brobbey faced some early challenges in England, but the striker is now delivering impressive performances for Sunderland. And much more than that!
During the away clash with Tottenham Hotspur, the former Ajax player single-handedly secured a point for The Black Cats with a powerful goal (1-1). His performance has sparked a wave of enthusiasm in England.
The publication Roker Report awarded Brobbey an 8 out of 10, commenting: “He was quite reserved in the first half, but after halftime, he became much more involved in the game, causing significant problems for the home side. Granted, we don’t create the biggest chances, but when you have a Dutch powerhouse with a sledgehammer for a right foot and a knack for delivering in crucial moments, there’s always hope of salvaging a tough match.”
“Brobbey excites me. From the moment he signed with us, I had a good feeling about him, and I truly hope he succeeds at Sunderland. I admire his physical strength, his aggression, his ability to hold up the ball, and the way he shrugs off defenders as if they’re nothing more than autumn leaves,” wrote Roker Report.
The concluding remark reads: “This was a textbook example of see the ball, strike the ball, score the goal. Elegance took a backseat to sheer, raw power. Brian, what did that poor football ever do to you?”
He is making a notable impact in the Sunderland jersey, and considering the value of powerful strikers at this level, it’s easy to see why he has quickly become a favourite of manager Régis Le Bris, as well as the Sunderland supporters.
Journalist Michael Graham is equally impressed: “I am completely sold on Brian Brobbey. An absolute powerhouse of a striker. So explosive. He lacks a bit of finesse, but every toolbox needs a hammer.”
One comment reads: “An absolute tank, built for the Premier League. If we provide this guy with the right passes, he’ll score plenty of goals. Just watch him in a duel for the ball; the opponent is always at a disadvantage and often ends up flat on the ground.”