Sunderland legend Gary Bennett has praised Regis Le Bris for a tactical masterclass in the Black Cats' 2-1 play-off win against Coventry.
The Frenchman has come under fire for a poor run of results at the end of the regular Championship season but has stayed calm in press conferences and assured in his approach. He made surprise tactical changes that paid off as his side won the semi-final first leg.
Bennett, a match summariser for BBC Radio Newcastle, said Le Bris should "take a bow" as the full-time whistle blew.
He added: "The players were fantastic.