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Live Commentary: Crystal Palace 0-1 Sunderland - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text coverage of Sunderland's 1-0 win away at Crystal Palace, as the Black Cats moved to within one point of safety.Nov 23, 18:59
On this day: Jermain Defoe nets five in Wigan Athletic rout
Six years ago today, Jermain Defoe found the net five times as Tottenham Hotspur recorded a 9-1 victory over Wigan Athletic at White Hart Lane.Nov 22, 06:00
Report: Sunderland monitoring Charlie Austin
Striker Charlie Austin could return to the Premier League with Sunderland in January, according to reports.Nov 21, 15:49
Report: Sam Allardyce to sell Jermain Defoe, Sebastian Larsson
A report suggests that Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce will consider selling Jermain Defoe and Sebastian Larsson when the transfer window reopens in January.Nov 21, 09:25
On this day: Steve McClaren reign ends with Croatia home defeat
On this day eight years ago, England fell to a 3-2 defeat at home to Croatia to see their hopes of reaching the following summer's European Championships come to an end.Nov 21, 06:00
Preview:Tottenham Hotspur vs. West Ham United
Sports Mole checks on both teams ahead of Sunday's London derby between Tottenham Hotspur and West Ham United.Nov 20, 18:27
Team News: John O'Shea absent for Sunderland
John O'Shea misses Sunderland's match against Southampton after suffering a recurrence of a hamstring injury.Nov 7, 14:15
Sunderland's Jermain Defoe: 'Defeat to Everton has not knocked confidence'
Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe insists that last weekend's 6-2 defeat to Everton did not dampen their confidence.Nov 5, 09:42
Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe praises Sam Allardyce's training methods
Jermain Defoe says that the team are benefiting from training sessions under new manager Sam Allardyce.Nov 4, 09:41
On this day: Portsmouth run riot on Tyneside
Eight years ago today, Portsmouth recorded their first victory away at Newcastle United since 1949.Nov 3, 06:00
Player Ratings: Everton 6-2 Sunderland
Sports Mole takes a closer look at how each player performed during Everton's 6-2 win over Sunderland in the Premier League.Nov 1, 16:56
Roberto Martinez: "Attacking play was exceptional"
Everton's attacking play against Sunderland at Goodison Park was "exceptional", according to manager Roberto Martinez.Nov 1, 16:16
Match Analysis: Everton 6-2 Sunderland
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Everton move into the top of the Premier League table with a 6-2 win over Sunderland.Nov 1, 16:15
Arouna Kone hat-trick leads Everton to win over Sunderland
Arouna Kone scores a hat-trick as Everton cruise to a 6-2 win over Sunderland in the Premier League at Goodison Park.Nov 1, 15:25
Half-Time Report: Gerard Deulofeu, Arouna Kone put Everton ahead
Gerard Deulofeu and Arouna Kone score in the first half to give Everton a 2-1 lead over Sunderland at Goodison Park.Nov 1, 14:21
Team News: Everton make five changes for Sunderland clash
Roberto Martinez makes five changes to Everton's starting lineup for the visit of Sunderland to Goodison Park.Nov 1, 12:34
Live Commentary: Everton 6-2 Sunderland - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live commentary of the Premier League clash between Everton and Sunderland at Goodison Park, which ended in a 6-2 home win.Nov 1, 12:30
Sam Allardyce: 'Jermain Defoe can be Sunderland's Sergio Aguero'
Sam Allardyce claims that he can see Jermain Defoe being Sunderland's equivalent to Manchester City's Sergio Aguero.Nov 1, 00:03
Sunderland claim sixth successive derby win against hapless Newcastle United
Sunderland claim their first Premier League win of the season thanks to a 3-0 thrashing of local rivals Newcastle United in Sunday's clash at the Stadium of Light.Oct 25, 13:54
Half-Time Report: Adam Johnson penalty puts Sunderland in front against rivals
A late penalty from Adam Johnson gives Sunderland a 1-0 half-time lead over 10-man rivals Newcastle United.Oct 25, 12:52
Preview:Bournemouth vs. Tottenham Hotspur
Sports Mole takes a closer look at both teams ahead of Sunday's Premier League clash between Bournemouth and Tottenham Hotspur.Oct 23, 16:10
Preview:Sunderland vs. Newcastle United
Sports Mole previews the Wear-Tyne derby between Sunderland and Newcastle United.Oct 23, 16:02
Jermain Defoe: 'Newcastle United win could change everything for Sunderland'
Jermain Defoe tells Sunderland that a much-needed win over bitter rivals Newcastle United could be the catalyst to kick-start their season.Oct 21, 23:22
Jermain Defoe not happy with bench role
Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe tells new boss Sam Allardyce that he is not happy to remain on the bench.Oct 21, 10:19
Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce opts against Kevin Nolan reunion?
A report claims that Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce is no longer interested in signing free agent Kevin Nolan.Oct 20, 12:29
Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between West Bromwich Albion and Sunderland.Oct 15, 17:56
Sam Allardyce considering Sunderland formation change to accommodate Jermain Defoe
New Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce reveals that he will consider a 4-4-2 formation in order to accommodate Jermain Defoe in his starting lineup.Oct 15, 08:28
Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce: 'Goals not enough for Jermain Defoe'
Sam Allardyce warns striker Jermain Defoe that goals alone will not save Sunderland from relegation in the 2015-16 season.Oct 14, 22:53
Premier League 2015-16 in numbers: Week 8
Sports Mole picks out a selection of statistics from each of the 10 Premier League matches that were played this weekend.Oct 5, 10:14
Team News: Dick Advocaat makes three changes to Sunderland side
Dick Advocaat makes two changes to his Sunderland side against West Ham United for what could be his last game as Black Cats manager.Oct 3, 13:07
Preview:Sunderland vs. West Ham United
Sports Mole previews this Saturday's Premier League match between Sunderland and West Ham United at the Stadium of Light.Oct 1, 18:10
Team News: Antonio Valencia in at right-back for Manchester United
Antonio Valencia comes in at right-back for Manchester United against Sunderland in Louis van Gaal's only change to the team which beat Southampton last weekend.Sep 26, 13:04
Preview:Manchester United vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews the Premier League encounter between Manchester United and Sunderland.Sep 24, 18:09
In Off The Post: Sam Matterface's say on the weekend's Premier League action
In his weekly column for Sports Mole, Sam Matterface pays particular attention to the plights of Newcastle United and Sunderland.Sep 22, 13:35
Danny Murphy: 'Jermain Defoe is not getting the right service'
Danny Murphy suggests that Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe is not getting enough goalscoring opportunities.Sep 22, 10:58
Preview:Sunderland vs. Manchester City
Sports Mole previews Sunderland's League Cup clash as they welcome travelling Manchester City to the Stadium of Light in the third round.Sep 21, 16:28
Bournemouth see off Sunderland
Two goals inside the opening 10 minutes from Callum Wilson and Matt Ritchie lead Bournemouth to a 2-0 victory over an abject Sunderland side.Sep 19, 15:58
Half-Time Report: Bournemouth lead Sunderland at break
Callum Wilson's fifth goal of the season and Matt Ritchie's strike give Bournemouth a 2-0 lead over Sunderland at the Vitality Stadium.Sep 19, 14:49
On this day: Alan Shearer hits five in Newcastle United rout
On this day in 1999, Alan Shearer found the net five times to help Newcastle United on their way to an 8-0 win over Sheffield Wednesday in the Premier League.Sep 19, 07:00
Eddie Howe: 'Jermain Defoe scores special goals'
Bournemouth manager Eddie Howe describes Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe as "special" ahead of the two sides' meeting in the Premier League.Sep 18, 18:49
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