It just felt like, no matter what West Ham planned to do to us, we'd find a way to combat it. I felt that way when we played Coventry too, and it's not often in my life as a Sunderland supporter that I've felt those feelings,

West Ham are reportedly attempting to secure a deal for Fabio Vieira in the final days of the transfer window, as they look to strengthen their midfield options.

Gary Neville explained how Sunderland thrashed West Ham 3-0 in their Premier League opener, describing their play as a beautiful imperfection.