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Wilson Isidor injury scare update as Sunderland set to learn extent of Brian Brobbey setback

Sunderland boss Regis Le Bris is sweating on updates for his two main strikers

Sunderland handed Noah Sadiki injury update after DR Congo’s friendly double-header against Uganda

Noah Sadiki featured in DR Congo’s friendlies against Uganda on Friday and Monday, easing Sunderland’s injury concerns ahead of Saturday’s clash with Brighton

Chris Rigg expresses clear Sunderland transfer opinion amid busy Europa League and Premier League schedule

Chris Rigg believes Sunderland’s ambitions and increased schedule helped convince players to stay at the club as competition for places intensifies.

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Stats experts predict Sunderland's final Premier League position ahead of Brighton and Bournemouth tests

The stats experts at Opta have predicted where Sunderland will finish in this season’s Premier League.

'Wow' - Gus Poyet blown away by 'unbelievable' Sunderland talent who poses 'unique' problem

Gus Poyet has been discussing Sunderland star Brian Brobbey.

The Sunderland player who has handed Régis Le Bris selection boost in challenging international break

Sunderland are back in Premier League action against Brighton on Saturday afternoon

‘It means everything’ – Matty Young’s telling Sunderland admission amid Liverpool transfer interest

Matty Young has previously made his Sunderland feelings clear amid fresh reports of interest from Liverpool

Making sense of Sunderland's surprise announcement as off-pitch change continues

Sunderland confirmed the departure of interim CEO Tom Burwell earlier today

Sunderland make shock Tom Burwell announcement as Kyril Louis-Dreyfus steps up daily involvement

Sunderland have confirmed the departure of Tom Burwell on Monday

What we learned from Tom Burwell's meeting with Sunderland fans before shock departure announced

The minutes of the latest meeting between Sunderland AFC and the supporter collective have been released

Sunderland announce surprise boardroom shakeup as key figure leaves after just five months

Sunderland have announced the change this afternoon

Florent Ghisolfi has already laid out Matty Young plan amid reported Liverpool transfer interest

Sunderland have already made their long-term intentions clear for Matty Young amid reported interest from Liverpool

SAFC legends turn out in force as Foundation of Light celebrates 25 years changing lives at anniversary dinner

Sunderland AFC legends turned out in force to support the Foundation of Light’s Gala Awards Dinner

Igor Paixao breaks silence on failed £35m Sunderland transfer move and his true preference

Igor Paixao has explained why his £35million Sunderland move failed and opened up on what he wanted during the summer window

Tom Burwell makes pledge to Sunderland fans after ongoing ticketing frustrations aired in passionate statement

The minutes from the latest meeting between Sunderland AFC and the supporter collective have been shared

Sunderland handed potential boost as Brighton face 11-player injury headache under Fabian Hürzeler

Brighton are carrying a lengthy list of potential injury concerns ahead of their Premier League trip to Sunderland

Sunderland handed Wilson Isidor injury update after rumours and major Haiti achievement

Sunderland have received an encouraging update on Wilson Isidor after injury rumours emerged during a hugely successful international break with Haiti

Sunderland's Foundation of Light celebrates 25th anniversary in style

Sunderland's Foundation of Light celebrated 25 years of changing lives across the North-East with a special Gala Awards Dinner ...

Juan Riquelme Angulo sends Sunderland message to Regis Le Bris

Sunderland youngster Juan Riquelme Angulo scored his first international goal for Ecuador to give another nudge to Regis Le Bris ...

Florent Ghisolfi outlines Sunderland's January transfer plans

SUNDERLAND’S January transfer business will be heavily dictated by how Regis Le Bris and his players manage to juggle the twin demands of Premier League football and the Europa League in the next ...

Sunderland £5m bingo venue approved for former TK Maxx unit

Plans for a new £5m bingo venue at Sunderland's The Bridges have been approved, with an early 2027 opening planned.

Research highlights football teams' historic links

Dr Tosh Warwick spoke about Sunderland AFC and Middlesbrough FC's links to industrial heritage.

Nissan invests £170m in Sunderland plant for new hybrid

IT is forty years since the Nissan Bluebird rolled off the production line at the car plant on Wearside and it is still flying the flag for the North East.

Report: SAFC Women put three past Leicester in WSL2

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Sunderland National Glass Centre urged to become community asset

A museum director has urged the University of Sunderland to abandon plans to demolish the National Glass Centre.

Person rescued from Sunderland river after falling in

A person was rescued from a river after falling into the water in the early hours of the morning. The RNLI Sunderland crew was called at 3.55am on Saturday, October 3, to assist the person at Baron ...

Sunderland veterans record new song in Christmas No.1 chart bid

We’re Still Here’ brings veterans and armed forces families together, with proceeds supporting three charities.

Sunderland incident prompts major emergency response and airlift

A person has been airlifted to hospital after an emergency near Wessington Way in Sunderland at around 2.38am on Saturday, October 3.

Dutch doctor suggests Brian Brobbey has ‘very serious’ injury in angry rant

Brian Brobbey has returned to Sunderland, and the club have been warned that his injury is more serious than they originally thought. The Dutchman has started strongly in the Premier League this ...

Regis Le Bris on Chris Rigg's Sunderland improvement

And although he's had to be patient in the early stages of the campaign, Le Bris is backing Rigg to grasp his Sunderland opportunity when it comes his way in the weeks ahead. Rigg ...

Sunderland College 'deeply saddened' by tragic deaths of three pupils in River Wear

Three teenagers have died after an Audi entered the River Wear near Sunderland's Wearmouth Bridge, sparking a huge emergency response

Aston Villa hatch plan to sign £25m-rated Colombian striker as battle with Sunderland erupts

Kevin Viveros has emerged as one of the most sought-after strikers in South American football this season, with Aston Villa and Sunderland among the Premier League clubs tracking him, TEAMtalk ...

Man City's Elliot Anderson no handball call was correct - PL panel

The referee and VAR were correct to rule that Manchester City's Elliot Anderson did not handle the ball against Sunderland, a Premier League panel ruled.

Three teenagers dead and boy, 17, arrested after car enters River Wear - key details

A 17-year-old boy remains in custody after the tragic incident near Sunderland's Wearmouth Bridge, with an investigation ongoing

How does it feel that Mackems are finally going to Milan?

Tom A Smith has been a fan of Sunderland FC all his life and said it inspires his music.

Man Utd switch focus to £56m ‘high-calibre’ defender as Sunderland make Brobbey decision

According to The Sun’s United reporter, Samuel Luckhurst, INEOS could ‘rip up’ their transfer policy by starting to ‘look abroad’ for central defensive recruits. Several of the ‘elite’ Premier League ...

Sunderland reach decision on selling Brian Brobbey to Man Utd in January

Manchester United want to bring Brian Brobbey to Old Trafford in the January transfer window, according to a report, which has also revealed Sunderland’s stance on selling the striker in the middle of ...

Sunderland hit by huge Brian Brobbey injury scare as Netherlands coach reveals immediate return

Netherlands head coach Xavi Hernandez has confirmed that Sunderland forward Brian Brobbey has been sent back to the club after sustaining a worrying injury during his side’s 1-1 draw with Germany on ...

Premier League panel delivers unanimous verdict on controversial Sunderland penalty that left Mikel Arteta furious

The Premier League Key Match Incidents panel has decided the referee was wrong to award Sunderland a penalty for a foul by Ezri Konsa. With the score locked at 0-0 at the Stadium of Light, John ...

Sunderland penalty against Arsenal incorrect - Premier League panel

A penalty award strongly contested by Arsenal manager Mikel Arteta at Sunderland was incorrect, according to a unanimous decision from a Premier League panel.

Reform UK-led council ends support for Show Racism the Red Card

Charity’s head coach ‘shocked’ after Sunderland council leader says it will not support ‘politically charged’ groupsAnti-racism education in some schools will be scrapped after a city council now led by Reform UK ended i…

Paul Merson: No way Man City win Premier League after chaos-filled win over Sunderland

Manchester City started the Premier League season with five wins from five but Paul Merson feels their style of play is not sustainable; City beat Sunderland 5-3 in a chaotic game; Merson thinks Myles ...

Council withdraws football racism charity backing

Reform ends Sunderland Council support for Show Racism the Red Card in a row with the charity's head.

How many times has a player scored a hat-trick in a Premier League loss?

Sunderland's Brian Brobbey scored the first hat-trick by a player on a losing side in the Premier League for 19 years - but how many others have done so?

Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action

Liverpool look stronger at the back, youngsters shine for Brighton and Brentford, and James Trafford makes his England case with LeedsPremier League table | Top scorersIn the week that 16-year-old Max Dowman has been thr…

Maresca dismisses title talk as ‘too early’ after Manchester City take over at the top

‘I prefer to win 1-0 than 5-3 but expected a difficult game’Semenyo scored twice in 5-3 victory against SunderlandEnzo Maresca dismissed ­Manchester City pulling ahead in the title race after Sunday’s 5-3 win over Sunder…

Brobbey hits hat-trick on losing side - player ratings for Man City v Sunderland

How Manchester City and Sunderland players rated in their eventful Premier League match on Sunday.

Semenyo helps chaotic Manchester City beat Sunderland despite Brobbey hat-trick

Manchester City sent a message to Arsenal with this chaotic victory that takes Enzo Maresca’s team three points clear as leaders during the three-week international break.Until the Premier League resumes on 10 October Ci…

Why Sunderland did not get penalty after Elliot Anderson handball in incident you may have missed

Sunderland were controversially denied a penalty during their defeat to Manchester City on Sunday. The Black Cats’ 5-3 defeat at the Etihad Stadium could have been different had Elliot ...

Manchester City vs Sunderland 14/1 bet builder tips

Manchester City will hope to continue their perfect start to the Premier League season when Sunderland visit the Etihad on Sunday. Enzo Maresca’s side sit joint-top of the division following ...

Man City vs Sunderland prediction and betting tips – Haaland and Cherki star

Manchester City take on Sunderland in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon as the hosts look to extend their 100% record. Man City vs Sunderland head to head overview Date: Sunday, 20th ...

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend

Spurs and Villa meet in desperation derby and Andoni Iraola faces test on south-coast returnPremier League top scorers: check the latest standingsChelsea have not won this west London derby since Brentford’s first Premie…

'It's taken us 53 years, but we are back!'

Sunderland returns to European football after 53 years with a win over AZ Alkmaar.

Sunderland tipped to win Europa League with only two teams beating 52-year record

Sunderland have been told there is ‘no reason’ they cannot win this season’s Europa League. The Black Cats made a winning return to Europe on Wednesday as they beat AZ Alkmaar at ...

Enzo Le Fée makes amends from the spot as Sunderland overcome AZ

Granit Xhaka, Sunderland’s captain, believes it is not unrealistic to dream about Régis Le Bris’s side travelling all the way to the Europa League final next spring.It is rarely a good idea to dismiss Xhaka but reaching …

Sunderland fans ready for 'raucous' Europe return

The Black Cats return to European football after 53 years, taking on Dutch side AZ Alkmaar.

Sunderland priest gives Pope Leo football jersey

Father Marc Lyden-Smith presents the custom red and white jersey with "Pope Leo, 14" on the back.

What was life like when Sunderland last played in Europe?

Sunderland begin their Europa League campaign at home to AZ Alkmaar, after 53 years away from European competitions, but what was life like back then?

Xhaka promises ‘fire’ from Sunderland on long-awaited return to Europe

Captain looking forward to intimidating atmosphere when Wearsiders host AZ, after 53 years awayWhen Sunderland last played European football, club directors viewed it as a useful means of raising the cash necessary to fu…

Jamie Carragher: Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta becoming like Sir Alex Ferguson after ref criticism of Sunderland penalty

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta described the penalty given against them in their 2-0 win over Sunderland as “unacceptable”; Gunners have sought an explanation from Pro Ref over penalty award; Jamie Carragh ...

Premier League: 10 talking points from the weekend’s action

Controversy rules the Manchester derby, Coventry are dunked on and Tottenham still can’t score a goalThe 199th Manchester derby was defined by two refereeing decisions: Phil Foden’s first-half red card for kicking out at…

Newcastle look to barge Sunderland aside in bid to sign electric £51m winger in January – Exclusive

Sporting CP winger Geny Catamo is emerging as a major January Premier League target, and Sunderland are far from the only club interested in the Mozambique international, TEAMtalk can confirm.

Arteta embraces perfect storm to play the victim in game of his own making | Barney Ronay

Refereeing is now an impossible job owing to the culture of micro-analysis the Arsenal manager has helped to createA gentleman is never rude unintentionally, only by design. Nobody really knows who said this first. But i…

Bruno Guimaraes brutally trolls Sunderland fans after dream opening goal for Arsenal

Bruno Guimaraes silenced Sunderland at the Stadium of Light – and rubbed salt in their wounds following Arsenal’s 2-0 win. The 28-year-old opened his account for the Gunners in ...

‘Don’t know what he’s worried about’ – Mikel Arteta rebuked for furious rant at Sunderland penalty decision

Arsenal boss Mikel Arteta has vented his anger towards Premier League officials after Sunderland were controversially awarded a penalty. But ex-Chelsea striker Tony Cascarino cannot understand the ...

Tottenham hijack Sunderland move for £51m winger as rival ‘enquiry’ made

Tottenham Hotspur have entered the race for Sunderland winger target Geny Catamo, according to a report. Tottenham’s summer overhaul included the capture of two new wingers, as Savio and Mykhailo ...

'I don't think we should have lost that game' says Sunderland fan

Sunderland fan Eleanor McCabe believes Sunderland didn't deserve to lose to Arsenal.

Mikel Arteta says penalty given to Sunderland ‘unacceptable at this level’

Arsenal manager angry: ‘This can never be a penalty’‘It’s a judo roll from the opponent. Ezri does nothing’Mikel Arteta’s delight at Arsenal’s latest win was tempered by his fury with the referee John Brooks as the champ…

Sunderland 0-2 Arsenal: Premier League – as it happened

Bruno Guimarães, Bukayo Saka and David Raya all had a hand in maintaining Arsenal’s 100% record against SunderlandSunderland parade new striker Juan Angulo, signed from Independiente del Valle last week, before kick-off …

Guimarães and Saka fire Arsenal to win at Sunderland after Raya spot-kick save

As the final whistle blew Bruno Guimarães wore a mischievous smile, Enzo Le Fée was a study in dejection and Arsenal’s immaculate start to the season remained unblemished.Two minutes after David Raya had rather majestica…

Guimaraes and Raya crucial - Sunderland v Arsenal player ratings

How Sunderland and Arsenal players rated following their Premier League match.

Mikel Arteta rages at Sunderland penalty decision after Arsenal win at Stadium of Light: 'This cannot happen'

Mikel Arteta was left furious by the award of Sunderlands penalty during Arsenals 2-0 win at the Stadium of Light, saying such decisions can cost a side a Premier League title; David Raya saved Enzo L ...

Premier League today: how to watch Sunderland v Arsenal, TV channels & live stream

How will Sunderland and Arsenal fare today? Here is what to know, including kick-off time, TV channels and live stream optionsArsenal can continue their strong start to the season with a victory at the Stadium of Light o…

Sunderland make decision on selling Chemsdine Talbi to Saudi Arabia after advanced talks

Sunderland winger Chemsdine Talbi has been told he will not be leaving the club for the Saudi Pro League this summer, with TEAMtalk understanding the Premier League side have pulled away from talks ...

Sunderland vs Hull City; Carabao Cup Round 3

Chemsdine Talbi's goal was the difference as Sunderland claimed a 1-0 win over Hull in the third round of the Carabao Cup.

Why is Sunderland vs Arsenal at 8pm on Saturday?

BBC Sport's Ask Me Anything team explains why Saturday's Premier League fixture between Sunderland and Arsenal is kicking off at 8pm

Sunderland fan disappointed they didn't come away with three points

Sunderland fan Eleanor McCabe was disappointed they did not come away from Brentford with three points but says Regis Le Bris deserves credit for how well they played.

Enzo Le Fée penalty redemption rescues point for Sunderland at Brentford

True redemption, perhaps, would have been to score with a Panenka, but Enzo Le Fée didn’t quite have the chutzpah for that. His duffed dink at Brentford in January was the low point of one of Sunderland’s two worst perfo…

Brentford 1-1 Sunderland: Enzo Le Fee penalty cancels out Vitaly Janelt opener but Bees' unbeaten start continues

Report and free match highlights as Brentford drew 1-1 with Sunderland; Vitaly Janelt scored a well-taken opener but Enzo Le Fees penalty drew the visitors level; Brentford remain unbeaten in the Prem ...

Brentford vs Sunderland prediction and betting tips – Bees sting back

Brentford host Sunderland in the Premier League on Saturday in one of the few 3pm kick-offs this weekend in the top-flight. Brentford vs Sunderland head to head overview Date: Saturday, 5th ...

Premier League: 10 things to look out for this weekend

Florian Wirtz has a chance to shine, there’s a Red Bull reunion on Tyneside and Chelsea face litmus test at ArsenalFlorian Wirtz is easing himself into his second season at Liverpool after a forgettable first. There were…

Transfer window verdict: how every Premier League club fared

The British transfer record was equalled and one club signed no fewer than 18 players in another hectic summerBringing in Christos Tzolis, Bruno Guimarães and Ezri Konsa was a strong start to the window but could Arsenal…

Sunderland pip Crystal Palace in battle of the private jets to land Malick Fofana

Both clubs send planes to France to acquire Lyon wingerSunderland submit deal sheet for £31m transfer Sunderland and Crystal Palace were involved in an extraordinary deadline-day tug of war that concluded with Malick Fof…

Malick Fofana: Sunderland finally complete signing of Lyon winger after Deadline Day drama with Crystal Palace

Malick Fofana has joined Sunderland in a £30.8m move - but the player nearly joined Crystal Palace on Deadline Day; Arsenal were also considering a move for Fofana but did not make a move; it was a ...

Aston Villa sign Mbaye and Harwood-Bellis as Newcastle get Fernandez-Pardo

Gabriel Jesus completes move from Arsenal to BarcelonaHarvey Elliott joins Valencia on loan from LiverpoolAston Villa completed the signings of Ibrahim Mbaye and Taylor Harwood-Bellis on deadline day, with Unai Emery con…

Sunderland seal Kevin Danso deal as double winger strike hangs in the balance

Sunderland have completed a season-long deal for Tottenham Hotspur centre-back Kevin Danso, while moves to bring in two new wingers currently hang in the balance. The 27-year-old Austria international ...

Stunning Sunderland move for Malick Fofana back ON after ‘crazy’ Crystal Palace twist

Sunderland ‘remain hopeful’ of signing Malick Fofana on deadline day despite Crystal Palace striking an agreement with Lyon to bring the winger to Selhurst Park, after another crazy twist. The 21-year ...

REAL REASON Malick Fofana is joining Sunderland instead of Arsenal revealed

Sunderland have agreed a deal to sign Arsenal target, Malick Fofana, and the real reason he’s heading to the north east and not ...

Sunderland vs Fulham; Premier League

Sunderland secured their first points of the season as Wilson Isidor's effort earned them a 1-0 win against Fulham.

Sunderland closing in on Igor Paixao transfer as Chelsea, Tottenham defenders also considered – Exclusive

Sunderland are nearing an agreement to sign Igor Paixao, and are considering moves for Chelsea and Spurs centre-backs too ...

Jack Grealish transfer: Sunderland explore move for Manchester City winger with former loan side Everton still interested

Sunderland are exploring a late bid for Manchester City winger Jack Grealish; the 30-year-old spent last season on loan at Everton, who remain interested in bringing him back to the club ...

Ipswich 2-1 Sunderland: Jack Clarke nets dramatic late winner against his former club as Gary O'Neil starts tenure with victory

Report and free match highlights as Gary ONeil grabs a dramatic win in his first game in charge since replacing Kieran McKenna at Ipswich; Former Sunderland player Jack Clarke curled home late winner ...

Ipswich Town vs Sunderland; Premier League

Former Sunderland player Jack Clarke struck a 90th-minute winner for Ipswich Town on their return to the Premier League in a 2-1 win over the Black Cats.

Zlatan pondering Sunderland switch

Reports in Sweden claim Black Cats boss Peter Reid has turned his attention to the gifted 20-year-old as his protracted search for a striker goes on. After being snubbed by Robbie Keane, Rangers ...