John O'Shea
Team News: Jonathan Walters, Robbie Keane lead Ireland attack against Gibraltar
Robbie Keane and Jonathan Walters will start up front for the Republic of Ireland as they look to move into third in Group D with a win over Gibraltar.
Sep 4, 19:16
Preview: Germany vs. Poland
Sports Mole looks ahead to the upcoming Euro 2016 qualifier in Frankfurt between Germany and Poland.
Sep 2, 16:00
John O'Shea: 'Sunderland showed character to earn Aston Villa point'
Sunderland defender John O'Shea believes his side deserved to gain a point after their 2-2 draw with Aston Villa this afternoon.
Aug 29, 18:04
Team News: Danny Graham recalled for Sunderland against Swansea City
Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat picks striker Danny Graham over Steven Fletcher against Swansea City.
Aug 22, 14:18
Five selection dilemmas facing managers this weekend
Sports Mole takes a look at five selection dilemmas facing managers in the Premier League this weekend.
Aug 21, 10:32
Preview: Sunderland vs. Swansea City
Sports Mole looks ahead to this weekend's Premier League match between Sunderland and Swansea City.
Aug 20, 23:08
Preview: Sunderland vs. Norwich City
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Sunderland and Norwich City at the Stadium of Light.
Aug 13, 20:01
Team News: Shinji Okazaki handed Leicester City debut against Sunderland
Shinji Okazaki is handed his debut for Leicester City in their Premier League opener at the King Power Stadium against Sunderland.
Aug 8, 14:29
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, 17:07
John O'Shea delighted with Lee Cattermole contract extension
Sunderland captain John O'Shea admits that he was elated with the news that midfielder Lee Cattermole signed a five-year contract extension with the Black Cats.
Jul 25, 02:25
Sunderland beaten by Pachuca
Sunderland lose 3-1 to Mexican side Pachuca on their pre-season tour of North America.
Jul 18, 05:27
Dick Advocaat hopeful competition will improve Sunderland
Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat is optimistic that his side will be able to improve in the Premier League next season due to healthy competition for places in his squad.
Jul 11, 02:16
On this day: Sebastian Larsson, Keiren Westwood agree Sunderland switches
Four years ago today, Sunderland completed the double signing of Sebastian Larsson and Keiren Westwood.
Jun 22, 08:00
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, 07:55
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, 02:13
John O'Shea: 'Qualification not impossible'
John O'Shea says that the Republic of Ireland can still qualify for Euro 2016 providing they win their next two games.
Jun 15, 01:24
Martin O'Neill insists Republic of Ireland will not give up
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill insists that his side will not give up hope of reaching Euro 2016 despite their draw against Scotland at the Aviva Stadium.
Jun 13, 23:00
Gordon Strachan: 'We have got a good chance of qualifying'
Scotland boss Gordon Strachan believes that his side still have a strong chance of making Euro 2016 following their 1-1 draw against the Republic of Ireland.
Jun 13, 22:46
Republic of Ireland and Scotland share the spoils in in Dublin
Shaun Maloney cancels out Jonathan Walters's opener as the Republic of Ireland and Scotland share the spoils.
Jun 13, 18:55
Live Commentary: Republic of Ireland 1-1 Scotland - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live text commentary of the Euro 2016 qualifying draw between the Republic of Ireland and Scotland at the Aviva Stadium in Dublin.
Jun 13, 16:00
Preview: Republic of Ireland vs. Scotland
Sports Mole gazes ahead to the vital Euro 2016 qualifier in Group D between the Republic of Ireland and Scotland in Dublin on Saturday.
Jun 11, 19:48
Martin O'Neill: 'No fresh injury concerns for Republic of Ireland'
Republic of Ireland boss Martin O'Neill expects to have a fully fit squad to choose from for their upcoming Euro 2016 qualifier against Scotland.
Jun 7, 17:55
John O'Shea: 'Dick Advocaat's experience was key last season'
Sunderland captain John O'Shea feels that Dick Advocaat's experience was key to ensuring that the Black Cats remained in the Premier League last season.
Jun 7, 16:49
Match Analysis: Republic of Ireland 0-0 England
Sports Mole dissects the 90 minutes of action as Republic of Ireland played out a 0-0 draw with England in an international friendly in Dublin.
Jun 7, 15:33
John O'Shea: 'Ireland expect tough England test'
John O'Shea says that the Republic of Ireland are expecting a tough test during their friendly match against England.
Jun 7, 11:57
John O'Shea: 'Only a replay would have made amends'
Republic of Ireland's John O'Shea reveals that he would have preferred a replay of their ill-fated World Cup playoff match against France rather than their payoff from FIFA.
Jun 7, 04:54
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, 19:29
Chelsea beat plucky Sunderland
Loic Remy scores two late goals as Chelsea beat Sunderland 3-1 in their final game of the Premier League season.
May 24, 16:52
Half-Time Report: Sunderland holding Chelsea at break
A Diego Costa penalty cancels out Steven Fletcher's header to leave Chelsea level at 1-1 with Sunderland at the interval of their Premier League clash.
May 24, 15:50
Arsene Wenger: Arsenal lacked "something special"
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger concedes that the Gunners lacked a cutting edge after drawing a blank in the 0-0 draw with Sunderland.
May 20, 23:39
Match Analysis: Arsenal 0-0 Sunderland
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at the goalless draw between Arsenal and Sunderland, a result that clinched Premier League safety for the Black Cats.
May 20, 22:19
Team News: John O'Shea, Liam Bridcutt come in for Sunderland
Sunderland boss Dick Advocaat makes two changes to his starting lineup for their crucial relegation showdown against Leicester City at the Stadium of Light.
May 16, 14:14
Preview: Sunderland vs. Leicester City
Sports Mole previews a massive match in the Premier League's relegation battle as Sunderland welcome Leicester City to the Stadium of Light.
May 14, 17:31
Team News: Ross Barkley returns for Everton against Sunderland
Ross Barkley returns to the Everton starting lineup for their Premier League encounter at home to Sunderland.
May 9, 11:53
Sunderland captain John O'Shea to miss Everton clash
Sunderland captain John O'Shea will not play in his side's Premier League match against Everton at Goodison Park due to a rib injury.
May 9, 02:08
Player Ratings: Sunderland 2-1 Southampton
Sports Mole rates the players involved during Sunderland's 2-1 win over Southampton at the Stadium of Light.
May 2, 18:29
Jordi Gomez penalty brace helps Sunderland down Southampton
Two penalty strikes from Jordi Gomez help Sunderland beat Southampton 2-1 in their Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light.
May 2, 16:56
Half-Time Report: Sunderland, Southampton playing out draw
It is level at 1-1 at the break of Sunderland and Southampton's Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light.
May 2, 15:50
Team News: Sunderland, Southampton make two changes apiece
Sunderland and Southampton make two changes apiece ahead of their Premier League clash at the Stadium of Light.
May 2, 14:30
On this day: Carlos Tevez comes to Manchester United's rescue
Seven years ago today, Carlos Tevez scored a late equaliser for Manchester United away at Blackburn Rovers.
Apr 19, 08:00
