Star Game
Rigg’s audacious backheel seals glory
By Damian Spellman
SUNDERLAND 1
Rigg 24
MIDDLESBROUGH 0
JUMPING FOR JOY: Chris Rigg celebrates his derby goal for the Black Cats
PICTURE: Alamy
REGIS Le Bris hailed teenager Chris Rigg after seeing him fire Sunderland to derby victory over Boro.
The 17-year-old’s audacious backheeled finish sealed a narrow win for Le Bris’ young team at the Stadium of Light and further enhanced his blossoming reputation in the hot seat.
Asked if it was easy to forget how young Rigg is, the Sunderland boss said: “I...
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