Newcastle striker Nick Woltemade’s own goal was the difference in the first Tyne-Wear derby in the Premier League since 2016.
Sunderland fans were at full voice well after the final whistle at the Stadium of Light as their side climbed up to seventh, level on points with current champions Liverpool.
Speaking after the game Sunderland manager Le Bris was full of praise for his side, stating the win was “good for the region, the club, the fans.”
"Proud and happy,” he said.
“It was a derby and we were expected (to win) by our fans. This win is well deserved, we were mature and the lads were incredible.
"During the first half tactically it was really good, just small details about the shape, then it was a question of being more clinical in the final third. We had good control and some times were more patient.
"It was a good level of maturity, so happy for the lads and it is good for our fans.
"It's good for the region, the club, the fans. We knew before it was a special game but we have to reset quickly as we have another tough challenge in Brighton in one week so let's go again."