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title: "Keith Andrews provides Nathan Collins injury update after draw"
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language: "en-GB"
author: "Shumail Sajid"
section: "Sunderland News"
published: "2026-09-05T18:48:46Z"
modified: "2026-10-10T21:43:26Z"
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# Keith Andrews provides Nathan Collins injury update after draw

Brentford captain Nathan Collins suffered a calf strain against Sunderland.

The centre-back was forced off after 17 minutes at the Gtech Community Stadium. He sustained the issue during a midfield clash with Noah Sadiki.

Régis Le Bris saw his visiting side dictate the early exchanges. Sunderland’s relentless physical pressure completely disrupted the hosts’ initial game plan.

## Early Debut For Jannik Schuster

Keith Andrews had to execute an immediate defensive reshuffle. He introduced 19-year-old Jannik Schuster for an unexpected Premier League debut. The young defender was instantly tested by Brian Brobbey’s direct runs through the middle.

Vitaly Janelt struck a half-volley to put the home side ahead in the second half. However, the visitors secured a point when Enzo Le Fée dispatched an 82nd-minute penalty. The spot-kick followed a foul on [Sunderland substitute Wilson Isidor](https://readsunderland.com/2026/09/05/sunderland-striker-wilson-isidor-signs-new-contract-extension/).

## Keith Andrews Assesses Defensive Shift

The head coach provided an update on his skipper following the final whistle.

“It’s a calf strain. I don’t know the extent.”

Andrews praised his young replacement for handling a difficult tactical assignment.

“I think he wanted that battle and fight against Brobbey, and then Isidor came on as well. I think he stood up to that in a really mature way.”

Brentford medical staff must now evaluate the defender to determine his recovery timeline.