Sunderland manager Paulo Di Canio celebrates after his side's goal against Southampton on May 12, 2013
End-of-season report: Sunderland
Sports Mole looks back over a largely disappointing campaign for Sunderland.
May 21, 13:59
 Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio smiles prior to kick off in the match against Stoke on May 6, 2013
Paolo Di Canio: I will "change everything"
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio admits that he will completely overhaul his side if they survive in the Premier League this season.
May 13, 01:28
 Sunderland's Adam Johnson scores the second goal against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Adam Johnson confident ahead of Southampton clash
Sunderland winger Adam Johnson feels confident that his side can get a positive result from their clash with Southampton.
May 8, 00:22
 John O'Shea celebrates after scoring the equaliser against Stoke on May 6, 2013
Ten-man Sunderland hold on for draw
Sunderland come from behind to claim a 1-1 draw against Stoke City despite having Craig Gardner sent off in the first half.
May 6, 20:53
 Stoke City player Jon Walters celebrates scoring his sides second goal in their FA Cup third round replay on January 15, 2015
Half-Time Report: Stoke City lead 10-man Sunderland
Stoke City take a 1-0 lead into half time against a Sunderland side who have had Craig Gardner sent off.
May 6, 19:48
 Craig Gardner is shown a red card by referree Lee Mason during the first half against Stoke on May 6, 2013
Live Commentary: Sunderland 1-1 Stoke City - as it happened
Read how Sunderland managed to gain a point against Stoke despite being reduced to 10 men in the first half.
May 6, 18:00
 Villa boss Paul Lambert does his best Paulo Di Canio impression against Sunderland on April 29, 2013
Live Commentary: Aston Villa 6-1 Sunderland - as it happened
Read how Aston Villa overcame Sunderland extremely comfortably on Monday night, ending Paolo Di Canio's honeymoon period at the Black Cats.
Apr 29, 18:00
 Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Stephane Sessegnon against Everton on April 20, 2013
Paolo Di Canio explains Stephane Sessegnon improvement
Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio insists that Stephane Sessegnon and Adam Johnson are capable of producing more under his stewardship.
Apr 28, 21:43
 Sunderland's Adam Johnson scores the second goal against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Adam Johnson shares Paolo Di Canio advice
Sunderland winger Adam Johnson reveals that Paolo Di Canio told him after Sunday's 3-0 win over Newcastle United that his career on Wearside is just getting started.
Apr 16, 04:10
 Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Stephane Sessegnon against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Paolo Di Canio delighted with derby triumph
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio claims that his team played like "warriors" during their 3-0 win at local rivals Newcastle United in the Premier League.
Apr 14, 18:42
 Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Adam Johnson against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Match Analysis: Newcastle United 0-3 Sunderland
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Sunderland's 3-0 victory over Newcastle United at St James' Park this afternoon.
Apr 14, 13:34
 Sunderland's Adam Johnson scores the second goal against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Sunderland beat local rivals Newcastle United
Sunderland beat Newcastle United 3-0 in the Tyne-Wear derby to ease their relegation fears.
Apr 14, 12:56
 Sunderland's Stephane Sessegnon celebrates a goal against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Live Commentary: Newcastle United 0-3 Sunderland - as it happened
Re-live Sports Mole's live text commentary of today's Premier League meeting between Newcastle United and Sunderland at St James' Park.
Apr 14, 10:00
 Yohan Cabaye, Adam Johnson
Adam Johnson: 'Newcastle United match will be special'
Sunderland midfielder Adam Johnson believes that Sunday's Tyne-Wear derby with Newcastle United is destined to be "something special".
Apr 13, 09:15
 New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Half-Time Report: Sunderland in front at Chelsea
Cesar Azpilicueta scores an own goal to give Sunderland the advantage against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 7, 14:50
 New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Live Commentary: Chelsea 2-1 Sunderland - as it happened
Read how Paolo Di Canio's first game in charge of Sunderland ended in a loss at Chelsea.
Apr 7, 13:00
 Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Adam Johnson: 'Paolo Di Canio will get the best out of Sunderland'
Adam Johnson expects new Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio to get the best out of the club's players.
Apr 6, 12:54
 Adam Johnson beats Gareth Bale to the ball on December 29, 2012
Adam Johnson backs Danny Graham to fill Steven Fletcher void
Adam Johnson believes that Danny Graham can take on responsibility following the injury blow to strike partner Steven Fletcher.
Mar 28, 11:48
 Adam Johnson beats Gareth Bale to the ball on December 29, 2012
Adam Johnson wants England recall
Sunderland winger Adam Johnson targets a return to the England squad.
Mar 27, 17:12
 Adam Johnson beats Gareth Bale to the ball on December 29, 2012
Adam Johnson hits back at critics
Sunderland winger Adam Johnson reacts angrily to criticism surrounding his form this season.
Mar 26, 17:42
 Adam Johnson beats Gareth Bale to the ball on December 29, 2012
Adam Johnson urges Sunderland response
Adam Johnson tells his Sunderland teammates that they must forget their recent winless run as they look to stay in the Premier League.
Mar 22, 19:48
 Sunderland's Craig Gardner scores a penalty during his side's match against Norwich on March 17, 2013
Match Analysis: Sunderland 1-1 Norwich City
Sports Mole takes a look over Sunderland's 1-1 draw against Norwich City at the Stadium of Light.
Mar 17, 15:49
 Yohan Cabaye, Adam Johnson
Martin O'Neill: Adam Johnson needs to show "consistency"
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill feels that Adam Johnson needs to show more "consistency" while playing for the Black Cats.
Mar 17, 05:57
 Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill prior to his side's match with QPR on March 9, 2013
Martin O'Neill: "We lack real true ability"
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill believes that his side lack "true ability" in their squad.
Mar 16, 05:45
 Fulham players celebrate with goalscorer Dimitar Berbatov after he converted a penalty kick against sunderland on March 2, 2013
Sunderland comeback denies Fulham victory
Sunderland respond to going 2-0 down in the early going at home to Fulham and earn a point late on thanks to Stephane Sessegnon.
Mar 2, 16:54
 Adam Johnson beats Gareth Bale to the ball on December 29, 2012
Martin O'Neill backs Adam Johnson improvement
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill insists that Adam Johnson will improve before the end of the season.
Mar 2, 13:48
 Yohan Cabaye, Adam Johnson
Adam Johnson praises Martin O'Neill's management
Adam Johnson praises the management style of Martin O'Neill, describing him as one of the best man-managers in the game.
Feb 2, 00:32
 Bolton player Marvin Sordell scores a penalty in his sides FA Cup third round replay on January 15, 2013
Bolton Wanderers stun Sunderland to progress
Marvin Sordell scores twice against Sunderland to book Bolton Wanderers' place in the fourth round of the FA Cup.
Jan 15, 21:37
 Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill during the match against West Ham on January 12, 2013
Martin O'Neill hails "brilliant" display"
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill hails the energy and application of his side in this afternoon's 3-0 win against West Ham United.
Jan 12, 17:53
 James McClean celebrates with team mates after scoring his team's third goal on January 12, 2013
Sunderland ease past West Ham United
Sunderland record a comfortable 3-0 victory over West Ham United at the Stadium of Light.
Jan 12, 17:03
 Adam Johnson beats Gareth Bale to the ball on December 29, 2012
Adam Johnson targets Sunderland improvement
Sunderland winger Adam Johnson tells his teammates that they must start picking up points quickly in the second half of the season.
Jan 10, 23:27
 Tottenham Hotspur's Andre Villas-Boas on the touchline on December 16, 2012
Live Commentary: Sunderland 1-2 Tottenham Hotspur - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text coverage of the Premier League clash between Sunderland and Tottenham Hotspur at the Stadium of Light.
Dec 29, 11:55
 Sunderland's Steven Fletcher after scoring against Reading on December 11, 2012
Mid-season report: Sunderland
Sports Mole takes a look at Sunderland's inconsistent start to the season, with Steven Fletcher's goals keeping the Black Cats just outside the bottom three.
Dec 28, 13:00
 A frustrated Joe Hart waves to fans after the final whistle on November 21, 2012
Joe Hart: 'We have to adjust'
Joe Hart warns Manchester City that quick adjustments are required to retain their Premier League title following Wednesday's defeat at Sunderland.
Dec 28, 09:37
 Man City boss Roberto Mancini against Newcastle on December 15, 2012
Mid-season report: Manchester City
Sports Mole analyses Manchester City's opening half of the Premier League season.
Dec 28, 09:00
 Adam Johnson celebrates scoring for Sunderland
Martin O'Neill hails Adam Johnson
Martin O'Neill says that Adam Johnson is starting to hit top form after he scored the winning goal for Sunderland against Manchester City on Boxing Day.
Dec 27, 07:50
 Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill chats with City manager Roberto Mancini on Boxing Day 2012
Martin O'Neill: "It was a great day"
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill hails his side for producing a "brilliant performance" during yesterday's 1-0 win over Manchester City at the Stadium of Light.
Dec 27, 05:40
 City boss Roberto Mancini in the dugout against Sunderland on Boxing Day 2012
Roberto Mancini blames strikers for Manchester City defeat to Sunderland
Roberto Mancini believes that his Manchester City strikers should have taken their chances against Sunderland.
Dec 26, 17:26
 Adam Johnson celebrates scoring for Sunderland
Match Analysis: Sunderland 1-0 Manchester City
Sports Mole takes a close look at Manchester City's defeat to Sunderland in the Premier League on Boxing Day.
Dec 26, 17:25
 Adam Johnson celebrates scoring for Sunderland
Manchester City slump at Sunderland
Adam Johnson scores against his former club Manchester City as Sunderland collect a 1-0 win at the Stadium of Light.
Dec 26, 16:53
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