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Marco Gabbiadini defends Sunderland keeper Anthony Patterson

Former Sunderland striker Marco Gabbiadini says he is "sick of" criticism of Black Cats keeper Anthony Patterson.

The England Under-21's international has come under scrutiny after recent errors led to the teams's first back-to-back defeats of the season, conceding an own goal against relegation-threatened Hull City after playing a part in Leeds' late winning goal in the previous match.

"What's been wrong with his performances?" Gabbiadini said on BBC Radio Newcastle.

"The second goal at Leeds, maybe he's made a mistake there. But look, he's made some fantastic saves in these games.