Sunderland fans say same thing about Chelsea loanee Marc Guiu despite loss vs Huddersfield
Marc Guiu scored his first goal for Sunderland in the Carabao Cup clash against Huddersfield Town on Tuesday night.
Leo Castledine’s goal for the visitors proved that it was going to be the winner, but Guiu, who joined from Chelsea on loan, was sharp as Milan Aleksic played the ball into his stride.
Sunderland lost to Huddersfield Town 6-5 in the penalty shootout after the game at the Stadium of Light ended 1-1, but there were some positives to take for the hosts.
Marc Guiu shines against Huddersfield
Guiu’s performance against Huddersfield was a thrilling showcase of his potential as Sunderland’s new striker, igniting excitement among Black Cats fans.
The 18-year-old Chelsea loanee displayed a blend of raw talent and clinical instinct in this pulsating outing.
Scoring a well-taken goal, Guiu proved his knack for finding the net, while his two shots on target and one off target showed his constant threat in the box.
His three successful dribbles out of five attempts highlighted his confidence and flair, taking on defenders with ease.
Despite missing one big chance, his relentless energy demonstrated his work rate and physicality.
@HarryBaggedV3: Play him and you will score
@vineetrajouri: BRILLIANT MARC GUIU BLACK CATS EQUALISES
@theKOMOTION: Class, he’s class
Sunderland fans will be excited to have Marc Guiu leading the line
Sunderland fans surely will be thrilled with Guiu’s season-long loan arrival from Chelsea, injecting youthful dynamism and proven goalscoring prowess into the Black Cats’ squad as they battle relegation.
The 19-year-old Spanish sensation, a La Masia graduate who joined Chelsea for £5million last year, dazzled with six goals in 16 appearances last season, including a historic hat-trick against Shamrock Rovers in the Conference League.
| Marc Guiu’s 2024/25 Conference League statistics | Total |
| Appearances (starts) | 7 (4) |
| Goals | 6 |
| Expected goals (xG) | 3.25 |
| Goal conversion | 32% |
| Big chances created | 1 |
This move, amid competition from other clubs, signals Chelsea’s trust in Sunderland to develop him, complete with an appearance clause ensuring regular minutes under Regis Le Bris.
For a newly-promoted side aiming to defy odds, Guiu’s arrival bolsters their attack, providing the firepower needed to secure vital points against top-flight defences.
His blend of speed, aerial ability, and finishing could transform draws into wins, elevating Sunderland’s survival chances by adding depth and threat, potentially keeping them comfortably above the drop zone and fostering long-term growth.
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