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/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F16%2F44%2Ffootball-general.JPG "A general shot of a Premier League football ahead of the Premier League clash between Everton and West Ham United at Goodison Park on October 30, 2016")
John O'Shea hopeful Kevin Ball will continue
Sunderland defender John O'Shea wants interim head coach Kevin Ball to continue in his role despite his side's defeat to Liverpool.Sep 30, 01:40
Preview:West Bromwich Albion vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between West Bromwich Albion and Sunderland at The Hawthorns.Sep 19, 11:35
Paolo Di Canio boosted by returns of John O'Shea and Emanuele Giaccherini
Paolo Di Canio says that John O'Shea and Emanuele Giaccherini will return to the Sunderland side for this weekend's vital Premier League match against West Brom.Sep 18, 15:20
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio: 'I have no problems with John O'Shea'
Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio insists that he still respects John O'Shea, despite his recent criticism of the captain.Sep 17, 08:20
Preview:Sunderland vs. Arsenal
Sports Mole previews Sunderland's Premier League clash with Arsenal on Saturday.Sep 12, 15:37
Half-Time Report: Republic of Ireland level at the break
Republic of Ireland are unable to score in the opening half of their must-win game against Austria in Vienna.Sep 10, 19:31
Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink keen to keep Manchester United link
Royal Antwerp boss Jimmy Floyd Hasselbaink is hoping that his club can continue their working relationship with Manchester United.Sep 8, 13:20
John O'Shea: 'Paolo Di Canio relationship is fine'
Sunderland captain John O'Shea insists that his relationship with manager Paolo Di Canio is "nice" despite criticism from the Italian.Sep 8, 11:09
Team News: Richard Dunne receives first start for Republic of Ireland since Euro 2012
Richard Dunne gets his first start since Euro 2012 as Giovanni Trapattoni names his Republic of Ireland team to face Sweden tomorrow.Sep 5, 14:42
Sunderland's Paolo Di Canio laments "rubbish" goals
Paolo Di Canio says that Sunderland were "too poor" for him to be angry following this evening's Premier League clash with Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park.Aug 31, 21:22
Match Analysis: Crystal Palace 3-1 Sunderland
Sports Mole assesses Crystal Palace's 3-1 victory over Sunderland in the Premier League.Aug 31, 18:55
Crystal Palace beat 10-man Sunderland
Crsytal Palace pick up their first win of the new Premier League season courtesy of a 3-1 victory over 10-man Sunderland.Aug 31, 18:23
Live Commentary: Crystal Palace 3-1 Sunderland - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's minute-by-minute coverage of Crystal Palace's 3-1 win over Sunderland in the Premier League.Aug 31, 15:30
Giovanni Trapattoni names strong Republic of Ireland side
Republic of Ireland manager Giovanni Trapattoni names a strong starting XI for Wednesday's friendly against Wales in Cardiff.Aug 13, 16:02
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John O'Shea details "hands-on" Paolo Di Canio approach
Sunderland captain John O'Shea expects Paolo Di Canio's intense pre-season preparation to pay off and feels "excited" about the new campaign on Wearside.Aug 13, 02:11
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John O'Shea: 'Rio Ferdinand one of Manchester United's best'
With his testimonial match approaching, Rio Ferdinand receives praise from his former Manchester United teammate John O'Shea.Aug 6, 13:29
Sunderland's John O'Shea pleased with summer signings
Sunderland captain John O'Shea reveals that he is pleased with the quality of the club's new signings.Jul 30, 15:33
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Live Commentary: Manchester City 1-0 Sunderland - as it happened
Look back at Manchester City's Barclays Asia Trophy final victory over Sunderland with Sports Mole's minute-by-minute text commentary.Jul 27, 12:00
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Sunderland beat Tottenham Hotspur in Hong Kong
Sunderland are through to the final of the Barclays Asia Trophy with a 3-1 victory over Tottenham Hotspur in Hong Kong.Jul 24, 12:10
John O'Shea withdraws from Republic of Ireland squad
John O'Shea withdraws from the Republic of Ireland squad for Tuesday's friendly against Spain due to personal reasons.Jun 8, 15:16
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Team News: No surprises in Republic of Ireland lineup from Giovanni Trapattoni
Jonathan Walters starts up front for the Republic of Ireland in the place of the suspended Shane Long in their World Cup qualifying clash against Faroe Islands.Jun 7, 18:31
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John O'Shea: "Corner has been turned"
Republic of Ireland defender John O'Shea believes that his side have turned the corner following a disappointing year.Jun 3, 03:30
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Team News: Robbie Keane, Shane Long to start for Republic of Ireland
Republic of Ireland boss Giovanni Trapattoni selects Robbie Keane and Shane Long in attack for their friendly clash with England on Wednesday.May 28, 16:53
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F13%2F19%2Fsunderland-southampton_1.jpg "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
John O'Shea delighted with fitness this season
Sunderland defender John O'Shea reveals his delight with his fitness as he plays over 30 games for the Black Cats this season.May 18, 20:14
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Preview:Tottenham Hotspur vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Premier League clash between Tottenham Hotspur and Sunderland.May 17, 15:10
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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
John O'Shea: 'I hope goal saves Sunderland'
John O'Shea says that he want his equaliser against Stoke City to be valuable come the end of the season.May 7, 05:28
Paolo Di Canio hails Craig Gardner passion
Paolo Di Canio says that he loved the spirit shown by Craig Gardner despite his dismissal against Stoke City.May 7, 05:16
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F13%2F19%2Fjon-walters-stoke-city.jpg "Jon Walters celebrates with team mate Cameron Jerome after scoring the opener against Sunderland on May 6, 2013")
Match Analysis: Sunderland 1-1 Stoke City
Sports Mole casts its eye over a crucial point for Sunderland against Stoke.May 6, 21:40
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
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Christian Benteke hat-trick inspires heavy Aston Villa win
Aston Villa hit Sunderland for six as a Christian Benteke hat-trick inspires Paul Lambert's men to a 6-1 rout.Apr 29, 20:54
John O'Shea: Sunderland "are confident"
Sunderland captain John O'Shea reveals that the squad are full of confidence following their last two results.Apr 24, 15:06
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John O'Shea: 'Paolo Di Canio has instilled belief'
Sunderland skipper John O'Shea thinks that Paolo Di Canio's belief in the squad on Wearside is the reason behind their dramatic recent improvement.Apr 23, 04:55
John O'Shea hails Stephane Sessegnon
Sunderland's Stephane Sessegnon receives high praise from his teammate John O'Shea for his recent goalscoring exploits.Apr 22, 11:34
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John O'Shea: Alfred N'Diaye going from "strength to strength"
Sunderland defender John O'Shea says that teammate Alfred N'Diaye is going from "strength to strength" in the Premier League.Apr 22, 04:37
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John O'Shea: "Paulo Di Canio has been fantastic"
John O'Shea praises new manager Paulo Di Canio for ensuring the players keep their concentration.Apr 20, 17:18
John O'Shea: 'We are working hard to survive'
Sunderland defender John O'Shea reveals that Paolo Di Canio's arrival has given everyone at the club a "fresh chance".Apr 13, 06:28
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Preview:Newcastle United vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews Sunday's Tyne-Wear derby between Newcastle United and Sunderland at St James' Park.Apr 12, 15:48
/https%3A%2F%2Fsportsmole-media-prod.s3.gra.io.cloud.ovh.net%2F13%2F14%2Fpaolo-di-canio-connor-wickham-sunderland.jpg "New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013")
Paolo Di Canio loses first game in charge of Sunderland
Sunderland lose their first match of Paolo Di Canio's stint as manager away at Chelsea.Apr 7, 15:56
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