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Sunderland legend backs Dick Advocaat long-term appointment
Former Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn hopes that Dick Advocaat will earn a long-term contract on Wearside after beating local rivals Newcastle United.Apr 5, 19:14
Gus Poyet "proud" of achievements during Sunderland spell
Gus Poyet says that he is "very disappointed" to have been sacked by Sunderland, but is "proud" of his spell at the Stadium of Light.Mar 20, 15:46
Sunderland appoint Dick Advocaat as head coach until the end of the season
Sunderland appoint Dick Advocaat as the club's head coach until the end of the season following the sacking of Gus Poyet.Mar 17, 08:02
Overview: Gus Poyet's 17-month reign at Sunderland
Sports Mole takes a look back at the reign of Gus Poyet at Sunderland following his sacking after 17 months in charge of the clubMar 16, 16:14
Sunderland confirm Gus Poyet sacking
Relegation-threatened Sunderland announce the departure of manager Gus Poyet after 18 months in charge.Mar 16, 13:58
Paolo Di Canio: 'Ellis Short is to blame'
Former Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio blames owner Ellis Short for the club's current plight.Mar 16, 10:12
Gus Poyet 'to be sacked by Sunderland'
Sunderland will reportedly sack manager Gus Poyet this week following a poor run of results.Mar 16, 00:01
Humiliated Sunderland and Gus Poyet face critical month
Sports Mole looks ahead at a critical month for Sunderland and manager Gus Poyet following their 8-0 drubbing at the hands of Southampton last week.Oct 23, 11:41
Paolo Di Canio blames Roberto De Fanti for Sunderland sacking
Paolo Di Canio blames his Sunderland sacking on the club's recruitment during the summer of 2013 as he points the finger at former director of football Roberto De Fanti.Oct 20, 01:16
Roy Keane: 'I should still be Sunderland boss'
Roy Keane feels that he should still be manager of Sunderland despite his acrimonious exit from the club in 2008 following a disagreement with owner Ellis Short.Oct 10, 00:29
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Video: Sunderland's Ellis Short 'to fine' Adam Johnson for bucket challenge nomination
Sunderland owner Ellis Short will fine Adam Johnson for nominating him for the ice bucket craze and picks Newcastle United trio to take up the challenge.Aug 25, 09:28
Niall Quinn: 'Sunderland wanted Louis van Gaal'
Niall Quinn reveals that he tried to persuade Manchester United boss Louis van Gaal to become Sunderland manager in 2009, during his stint as chairman.Jul 29, 08:16
Ellis Short: Sunderland pulled off the "greatest escape"
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short feels that his side pulled off "the greatest escape" as they won four games on the spin to secure their Premier League status for next season.May 11, 15:25
Gus Poyet 'lined up to replace Sam Allardyce'
West Ham United have earmarked Gus Poyet as a potential replacement for Sam Allardyce, according to reports.May 10, 22:33
Gus Poyet: 'I have full support from Ellis Short'
Gus Poyet insists that he has the full support of Sunderland owner Ellis Short despite the team's struggles.Apr 12, 02:09
Report: Sunderland face investigation for fielding ineligible player
Sunderland respond to reports that they fielded an ineligible player in four Premier League games earlier this season.Apr 3, 19:57
Lee Cattermole happy with Sunderland stay
Sunderland midfielder Lee Cattermole admits that he is happy he stayed at the Stadium of Light in January, rather than joining Stoke City.Mar 19, 14:32
Gus Poyet keen to repay Ellis Short's faith
Sunderland manager Gus Poyet hopes to repay chairman Ellis Short's faith in him with victory in the League Cup final at Wembley.Mar 2, 10:09
Sunderland confirm sacking of director of football Roberto De Fanti
Sunderland confirm that they have parted company with director of football Roberto De Fanti.Jan 17, 16:24
Sunderland 'sack director of football Roberto De Fanti'
Sunderland reportedly sack director of football Roberto De Fanti seven months after he took on the role at the Stadium of Light.Jan 17, 15:03
Report: Marcos Alonso loan will be only Sunderland signing
A loan deal for Fiorentina's Marcos Alonso could reportedly be Sunderland's only activity in next month's transfer window.Dec 27, 20:46
Niall Quinn hails Ellis Short
Niall Quinn believes that Sunderland chairman Ellis Short deserves credit for not shirking his responsibilities by sacking Paolo Di Canio and hiring Gus Poyet.Nov 11, 20:31
Niall Quinn: 'Paolo Di Canio reign was a debacle'
Former Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn labels Paolo Di Canio's time in charge of the club as a "debacle" and is impressed with the start his successor Gus Poyet has made.Nov 11, 19:54
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short thanks Kevin Ball
Ellis Short thanks Kevin Ball for his commitment during his temporary stint as Sunderland boss.Oct 8, 08:21
Sunderland's Ellis Short: 'Gus Poyet is right man to take us forward'
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short believes that new head coach Gus Poyet's "passion" will help move the club forward.Oct 8, 08:06
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short looking for long-term replacement
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short says he is looking for a manager with a long-term vision for the club.Oct 5, 14:45
Preview:Sunderland vs. Liverpool
Sports Mole looks ahead to managerless Sunderland's Premier League clash against Liverpool at the Stadium of Light.Sep 27, 16:47
Is Gus Poyet the right man for Sunderland?
Sports Mole takes a look at what Sunderland need from their new manager and if Gus Poyet fits the bill.Sep 27, 09:46
Sunderland delay appointment of new boss until next week?
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short is reportedly prepared to wait until the middle of next week to appoint a new manager.Sep 27, 08:15
Gus Poyet "eager" for opportunity to manage Sunderland
Gus Poyet admits that he is "eager" to take on the opportunity of managing Sunderland following the dismissal of Paolo Di Canio.Sep 26, 08:04
Gus Poyet 'tells Sunderland he wants manager's job'
Gus Poyet reportedly tells Sunderland that he wants to become Paolo Di Canio's successor at the Stadium of Light.Sep 25, 08:04
Roberto Di Matteo to turn down Sunderland job?
Former Chelsea boss Roberto Di Matteo is reportedly in no rush to return to management, despite alleged interest from Sunderland.Sep 24, 08:05
Gianfraco Zola, Gus Poyet, Roberto Di Matteo on Sunderland shortlist
Sunderland draw up an early shortlist of potential new managers that includes Gianfranco Zola, Roberto Di Matteo and Gus Poyet, according to a report.Sep 24, 02:59
Alan Shearer "amazed" by Paolo Di Canio sacking
Former Newcastle United striker Alan Shearer admits that he is stunned by the sacking of Paolo Di Canio by Sunderland just five games into the season.Sep 23, 01:40
Niall Quinn: Sunderland have made "brave decision" to sack Paolo Di Canio
Former Sunderland chairman Niall Quinn believes that the club have made a "brave decision" to sack manager Paolo Di Canio just five games into the season.Sep 23, 01:19
Paolo Di Canio sacking 'due to training ground bust-up'
Paolo Di Canio was reportedly involved in a training ground bust-up prior to his sacking as Sunderland manager.Sep 22, 21:54
Paolo Di Canio challenges Ellis Short to make further sacrifices
Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio wants Ellis Short to sanction further signings before the transfer window closes, even if it means letting Stephane Sessegnon leave.Aug 20, 02:19
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Sunderland chairman Ellis Short wears 'F*** the Mags' badge?
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short reportedly wears a 'F*** the Mags' badge on his suit as a jibe towards rival Newcastle United.Jun 19, 13:13
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End-of-season report: Sunderland
Sports Mole looks back over a largely disappointing campaign for Sunderland.May 21, 13:59
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Paolo Di Canio offered to quit Sunderland during fascism row
Paolo Di Canio reveals that he was ready to quit Sunderland at the height of the fascism row that surrounded his arrival on Wearside.May 12, 09:07
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