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Sunderland's return to the Premier League has exceeded expectations, currently sitting 12th. Reporter James Copley highlights the team's amazing season and memorable moments.
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Reporter James Copley says he "couldn't have predicted Sunderland to do this well" in their first season back in the Premier League since the 2016–17 season, as Regis le Bris' team occupy 12th in the table.
The Sunderland Echo journalist believes the Black Cats have had "an amazing season" and highlighted some of his favourite moments.
Speaking on BBC Radio Newcastle, Copley said: "It's been absolutely fantastic, it's been unbelievable.
"There has been so many great moments. I don't think we could have predicted Sunderland to do this well at the start of the season.
"It has been an amazing season with so many high points.
"The two wins over Newcastle were very special. I could go back to the opening day against West Ham, that was a fantastic result and performance, a real feel-good factor around the Stadium of Light.
"Other highlights were Arsenal, 2-2 at home, that was a really good display. Bournemouth as well, that was a really special atmosphere. Chelsea away was fantastic, there's been a lot.
Sunderland is currently in 12th place in the Premier League.
Regis le Bris is the coach of Sunderland for the current season.
Sunderland has performed remarkably well, surprising many by achieving a solid position in their first season back.

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"They've delivered a lot this season and they deserve an immense amount of credit, the staff and the players deserve the plaudits."
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