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​Midfielder Gibson fined by Sunderland over critical video

Sunderland have confirmed Republic of Ireland international Darron Gibson will face an internal disciplinary process after he was filmed appearing to criticise team-mates after Saturday's 5-0 friendly loss to Celtic.

"Darron Gibson has not conducted himself in a manner befitting Sunderland AFC," a club statement said.

"We will initiate our internal disciplinary process."

The statement added: "Darron has apologised this (Monday) morning."

The video was filmed in a bar by supporters and posted on social media.

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