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Allardyce left worried by Sunderland's defensive woes

Sunderland conceded six in its defeat to Everton and manager Sam Allardyce admits the team's defending has him worried.

Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce admits his side's defensive frailties are becoming a real concern after its defeat to Everton.

The visitors found themselves two goals down at Goodison Park on Saturday but clawed their way back to 2-2 thanks to Jermain Defoe and Steven Fletcher.

However, three goals in seven second-half minutes left Sunderland facing a mountain to climb before Arouna Kone scored his third of the match in the closing stages to seal a 6-2 victory.