Sunderland skipper Gary Breen has vowed to atone for the error which cost his side victory at Wigan.
The 31-year-old defender was the man who gave away the penalty just seconds into the game at the JJB Stadium. Jason Roberts fired the home side in front from the spot kick.
It ultimately condemned Sunderland to a 19th-successive Premiership defeat – dating back to their last appearance in this division two seasons ago. It was also their fourth defeat this season, leaving them bottom of the table without a point.
Breen who, along with club-mate Stephen Elliott, will be on duty with the Republic of Ireland for their World Cup qualifier against France next week, was quick to admit responsibility but he also promised to make up for his mistake.
Speaking to the club's official website he said: "I'm one of the more experienced players who was telling the younger lads the importance of keeping things tight early on and I'm the one who gives away the goal."
