Kevin Danso
SUN
Center Back
Controlled Center Back
Sep 19, 1998 (28)
Right
6'3"
187 lb
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2026/2027 Premier League
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Sent off against Bournemouth
Danso was shown a straight red card in the 17th minute of Sunday's Premier League clash against Bournemouth and will miss at least Sunderland's next league fixture against Leeds United on Oct. 25.
Analysis: Danso endured a disastrous start against Bournemouth, miscontrolling a long ball from Omar Alderete before bringing down Evanilson as the striker broke clear on goal. The challenge resulted in an immediate dismissal for denying an obvious goalscoring opportunity, leaving Sunderland with 10 men for most of the encounter. The center-back faces a suspension that will rule him out of the upcoming meeting with Leeds, with the final length of his ban still to be confirmed. Luke O'Nien could be handed a starting role in central defense during Danso's absence.
Plays full match in defeat
Danso recorded one cross (zero accurate) and one chance created in Saturday's 2-0 loss against Arsenal.
Analysis: Danso completed the full 90 minutes at center-back and helped Sunderland keep Arsenal scoreless until the 58th minute before the visitors pulled away late. The defender has now started both Premier League matches since arriving from Tottenham, suggesting he has quickly established himself as a regular option in Sunderland's back line. His consecutive starts should put him in a strong position to retain his place moving forward.
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