Sunderland boss Ricky Sbragia insists Djibril Cissé has not been affected by his problems on and off the field.
The Frenchman has failed to score in five games and was arrested on suspicion of assault outside a Newcastle lap dancing bar on Tuesday.
"This week Djibril has been electric, and he's done really well," said he manager. "He's done what we know he can do and he's looking bright."