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On this day: Chelsea hammer Arsenal in League Cup at Highbury
Seventeen years ago today, Chelsea scored five unanswered goals during their League Cup tie away at Arsenal.Nov 11, 06:00
Gus Poyet returns to management with AEK Athens
AEK Athens appoint ex-Sunderland boss Gus Poyet as their new manager on an initial one-year deal.Oct 29, 16:54
Gus Poyet arrives in Athens ahead of AEK Athens appointment
Former Sunderland manager Gus Poyet lands in Greece as he nears being named the new head coach of AEK Athens.Oct 28, 14:19
Bookmakers slash odds on Justin Edinburgh to Aston Villa
The odds of Justin Edinburgh taking charge of Aston Villa drop dramatically over the last few hours.Oct 27, 15:45
Next Aston Villa manager: Five Remi Garde alternatives
Sports Mole picks out five contenders for the Aston Villa job amid reports that a move for Remi Garde is in doubt.Oct 27, 12:35
Sam Allardyce eager to repeat history in Tyne-Wear derby
Sam Allardyce is hopeful he can continue a recent run which has seen new Sunderland managers enjoy success over Newcastle United.Oct 23, 21:22
Gus Poyet backs Sam Allardyce for Sunderland job
Ex-Sunderland boss Gus Poyet feels that Sam Allardyce is the best man for the Black Cats job following the dismissal of Dick Advocaat.Oct 7, 22:17
Dick Advocaat resigns as Sunderland manager
Sunderland confirm that Dick Advocaat has left his position as the club's head coach and has departed the Stadium of Light.Oct 4, 12:36
Sunderland's Jack Rodwell: 'Dick Advocaat has been brilliant for me'
Sunderland midfielder Jack Rodwell says that Dick Advocaat has been "brilliant" for his development at the club.Sep 30, 07:57
Sunderland to approach Patrick Vieira for manager's job?
Sunderland are reportedly weighing up offering their manager's job to Manchester City youth coach Patrick Vieira if Dick Advocaat leaves the Premier League bottom side.Sep 27, 21:40
On this day: Massimo Taibi mistake sees Manchester United draw with Southampton
On this day 16 years ago, Massimo Taibi made one of the biggest goalkeeping howlers in Premier League history in Manchester United's 3-3 draw with Southampton.Sep 25, 07:00
Dick Advocaat open to extended Sunderland stay
Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat reveals that he could stay at the club beyond when his contract expires at the end of the season.Sep 13, 04:08
Premier League in numbers: Matchday 5 preview
Sports Mole previews this weekend's Premier League fixtures, with the aid of a selection of statistics from each game taking place.Sep 12, 11:27
Liverpool's Fabio Borini completes Sunderland switch
Sunderland complete the permanent signing of Liverpool's Italian striker Fabio Borini.Aug 31, 15:03
Six Championship loanees with a point to prove this season
Sports Mole singles out six Premier League players looking to make an impact on loan in the Championship this season.Aug 23, 11:00
Premier League in numbers: Matchday 3 preview
Sports Mole previews this weekend's Premier League fixtures, with the aid of a selection of statistics from each game taking place.Aug 22, 11:15
Preview:Sunderland vs. Norwich City
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Sunderland and Norwich City at the Stadium of Light.Aug 13, 19:01
Sunderland's Jeremain Lens praises Dick Advocaat quality
Sunderland forward Jeremain Lens believes that the club will thrive this season under the management of veteran boss Dick Advocaat.Aug 8, 01:10
Preview:Leicester City vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole takes a closer look at both sides ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Leicester City and Sunderland.Aug 6, 16:07
Premier League 2015-16 season preview: Sunderland
Having struggled the last two seasons, Sports Mole assesses whether or not 2015-16 will be a more comfortable Premier League campaign for Sunderland.Aug 6, 12:00
John O'Shea: 'Sunderland board needs to learn from past mistakes'
John O'Shea calls on Sunderland's board members to take responsibility for the club's past failures.Jun 22, 06:55
Sunderland's John O'Shea: 'We have to build next season'
Sunderland captain John O'Shea is adamant that his side cannot afford to be involved in yet another relegation battle next season.Jun 21, 01:13
On this day: Tottenham Hotspur sign Chelsea midfielder Gus Poyet
Fourteen years ago today, Gus Poyet completed his move from Chelsea to London rivals Tottenham Hotspur.Jun 10, 07:00
John O'Shea elated with Dick Advocaat decision
Sunderland captain John O'Shea admits that he is elated with the decision of Dick Advocaat to return to the Black Cats as their manager for the 2015-16 season.Jun 5, 18:29
Sunderland confirm Dick Advocaat appointment
Sunderland appoint Dick Advocaat as head coach on a one-year deal.Jun 4, 13:14
Dick Advocaat 'to stay on' at Sunderland
Dick Advocaat signs a one-year deal to stay on as Sunderland head coach, according to a report.Jun 4, 11:21
Jermain Defoe: 'Sunderland players wanted Dick Advocaat to stay'
Jermain Defoe reveals that most of the Sunderland players wanted Dick Advocaat to sign a permanent deal at the Stadium of Light.Jun 3, 07:44
Sunderland's Lee Cattermole: 'We have to push on next season'
Sunderland midfielder Lee Cattermole is adamant that his side cannot afford be involved in a relegation battle for the fourth straight season next year.May 30, 01:13
Dick Advocaat turns down Sunderland head coach role
Dick Advocaat informs Sunderland that he is not interested in becoming their head coach on a full-time basis.May 27, 18:13
End-of-season report: Sunderland
Sports Mole assesses a tumultuous 2014-15 campaign for Sunderland.May 26, 13:00
Dick Advocaat proud of his Sunderland players
Dirk Advocaat is proud of Sunderland after escaping relegation and will make a decision on his future next week.May 24, 17:24
Dick Advocaat officially offered Sunderland job, will make a decision by Thursday
Dick Advocaat reveals that he has been offered the Sunderland head coach role on a full-time basis, and will make a decision by next Thursday.May 22, 14:12
Dick Advocaat: 'Sunderland have offered me permanent managerial job'
Dick Advocaat reveals that he has already discussed taking over at Sunderland on a full-time basis, although a decision will have to wait until next week.May 21, 16:46
Report: Sunderland determined to keep head coach Dick Advocaat
Sunderland are reportedly determined to keep head coach Dick Advocaat at the club on a permanent deal after he guided the team to Premier League safety.May 21, 07:57
Niall Quinn tells Sunderland: 'Hire Dick Advocaat'
Former Sunderland player and chairman Niall Quinn says that the club must offer manager Dick Advocaat a longer deal after the Black Cats achieved Premier League safety.May 20, 23:16
Mark Warburton, Gus Poyet turned down Leeds United job?
Mark Warburton and Gus Poyet both turned down the chance to manage Leeds United before the job was offered to Uwe Rosler, according to a report.May 20, 11:02
Massimo Cellino: 'New Leeds United coach is angry'
Leeds United owner Massimo Cellino has revealed that he is moving closer to appointing a new head coach.May 18, 10:18
Dick Advocaat: 'Talks are planned with Sunderland'
Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat admits that the club have planned to talk to him about extending his stay as manager at the end of the season.May 16, 01:13
Report: Gus Poyet a target for Leeds United
Leeds United are reportedly interested in making Gus Poyet their new manager this summer.May 15, 03:39
Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat 'frustrated' by survival fight
Sunderland head coach Dick Advocaat admits that he is frustrated that his team are not yet safe in the Premier League.May 14, 07:59
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