New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Sheffield Wednesday 'want to re-sign Sunderland's Connor Wickham'
Sheffield Wednesday are reportedly keen on securing Sunderland's Connor Wickham on another loan stint next season.
Jun 7, 08:54
Keiren Westwood
Keiren Westwood: 'Not playing has been desperately disappointing'
Keiren Westwood insists that he needs more first-team football following a "disappointing" season with Sunderland.
Jun 4, 08:55
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
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio smiles prior to kick off in the match against Stoke on May 6, 2013
PFA chief Gordon Taylor warns Paolo Di Canio
PFA chief executive Gordon Taylor warns Paolo Di Canio that he "cannot be a law unto himself" following his recent use of discipline.
May 21, 10:41
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio smiles prior to kick off in the match against Stoke on May 6, 2013
Paolo Di Canio: 'I saved Sunderland'
Paolo Di Canio suggests that his appointment at Sunderland was a key factor as the club avoided relegation from the Premier League.
May 18, 22:27
Danny Rose and Nathaniel Clyne on December 22, 2012
Report: Sunderland want to sign Danny Rose on permanent deal
Sunderland will reportedly bid £8m for Danny Rose at the end of the season, although the left-back remains coy on his future.
Apr 28, 19:24
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill prior to his side's match with Norwich City on March 17, 2013
Martin O'Neill to return to Leicester City?
Martin O'Neill is reportedly in line for a return to Leicester City if the club fail to make the Championship playoffs.
Apr 28, 03:59
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill prior to kick-off against Manchester United on March 30, 2013
Ellis Short: 'I had to sack Martin O'Neill'
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short says that he had to sack former manager Martin O'Neill because the results 'were not good enough'.
Apr 20, 13:59
Everton boss David Moyes on the touchline during the match against Spurs on April 7, 2013
David Moyes: 'Newcastle United win has galvanised Sunderland'
Everton boss David Moyes says that Sunderland will be full of confidence following last week's win against Newcastle United.
Apr 20, 04:38
Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Adam Johnson against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Preview:Sunderland vs. Everton
Sports Mole previews Sunderland's home clash against Everton in the Premier League this weekend.
Apr 18, 15:13
Swindon boss Paulo Di Canio on the touchline against Colchester on February 5, 2013
Simon Mignolet: 'Paolo Di Canio is uniting Sunderland'
Simon Mignolet believes that Paolo Di Canio is already having a positive tactical impact on the Sunderland team.
Apr 10, 12:09
Alfred N'Diaye on September 11, 2010
Alfred N'Diaye enjoying life under Paolo Di Canio
Sunderland midfielder Alfred N'Diaye declares that this side are enjoying a different and more tactical approach employed by new manager Paolo Di Canio.
Apr 9, 03:50
New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Paolo Di Canio: "I'm a very good manager"
Paolo Di Canio says that Sunderland will survive in the Premier League this season because he is a "very good manager".
Apr 8, 06:33
Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Report: Paolo Di Canio can be sacked if Sunderland are relegated
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio can be sacked if he doesn't save the Black Cats from relegation, according to a report.
Apr 7, 03:30
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill prior to kick-off against Manchester United on March 30, 2013
Martin O'Neill "frustrated" by 'unfair' Sunderland dismissal
Martin O'Neill says that he is "frustrated" by Sunderland's decision to sack him and believes that he should have been given more time.
Apr 5, 14:37
Arsenal's Martin Keown on December 16, 2003
Martin Keown thinks Paolo Di Canio will keep Sunderland up
Martin Keown thinks that Paolo Di Canio will keep Sunderland in the Premier League this season.
Apr 3, 04:55
Swindon boss Paulo Di Canio on the touchline against Colchester on February 5, 2013
Jamie Redknapp questions Paolo Di Canio appointment
Jamie Redknapp questions the decision by Sunderland to appoint Paolo Di Canio as their new manager.
Apr 3, 02:14
Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Paolo Di Canio ready to work "24 hours a day" for Sunderland
New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio reveals that he is ready to work "24 hours a day" to keep the club in the division.
Apr 3, 01:44
Reading boss Brian McDermott looking glum during a 5-2 loss to Arsenal on December 17, 2012
Brian McDermott favourite to take over at Leeds United
Former Reading manager Brian McDermott tops the bookies' contenders' list for the vacancy at Leeds United.
Apr 2, 08:47
Paolo Di Canio before kickoff
Sunderland's Paolo Di Canio feels "sorry" for sacked Martin O'Neill
Paolo Di Canio says that he feels "sorry" for Martin O'Neill, who was sacked by Sunderland to make way for the Italian manager.
Apr 2, 08:12
Paulo Di Canio
Ian Wright blasts Paolo Di Canio appointment
Former Arsenal striker Ian Wright blasts Sunderland's decision to choose Paolo Di Canio as their new manager.
Apr 2, 05:21
Swindon boss Paulo Di Canio on the touchline against Colchester on February 5, 2013
Harry Redknapp backs Paolo Di Canio move
Harry Redknapp believes that Paolo Di Canio will be a success as Sunderland manager.
Apr 2, 01:25
Paolo Di Canio before kickoff
Gary Neville unsure of Paolo Di Canio appointment
Gary Neville labels Paolo Di Canio's arrival at Sunderland as a 'risky' appointment, but does believe that the Italian can life an out-of-form Black Cats squad.
Apr 2, 01:03
Paolo Di Canio
Paolo Di Canio confident of survival
Paolo Di Canio insists that he can guide Sunderland to Premier League safety after being announced as Martin O'Neill's replacement at the Stadium of Light.
Apr 1, 23:01
Martin O'Neill
Brian McDermott, Martin O'Neill in Republic of Ireland running?
Both Brian McDermott and Martin O'Neill reportedly emerge as the two favourites to take over as Republic of Ireland manager from Giovanni Trapattoni.
Apr 1, 13:25
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill on the touchline on December 29, 2012
Mark Lawrenson "shocked" by Martin O'Neill sacking at Sunderland
Mark Lawrenson says that he was "shocked" to see Martin O'Neill sacked as Sunderland manager.
Apr 1, 12:00
Paolo Di Canio before kickoff
Rufus Brevett "surprised" by Sunderland's Paolo Di Canio appointment
Rufus Brevett believes that Sunderland have taken a "massive gamble" by appointing former Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio.
Apr 1, 10:23
Swindon boss Paulo Di Canio on the touchline against Colchester on February 5, 2013
Gary Bennett: 'No dull moments at Sunderland under Paolo Di Canio'
Former Sunderland captain Gary Bennett believes that life at Sunderland will be a "roller-coaster" ride under new manager Paolo Di Canio.
Apr 1, 09:45
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill during his side's match with Arsenal on February 9, 2013
Paul Lambert shocked by Martin O'Neill dismissal
Paul Lambert says he was shocked to hear of Martin O'Neill's departure from Sunderland.
Apr 1, 06:16
Ex-Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill shakes the hand of Liverpool manager Brendan Rodgers on January 2, 2013
Brendan Rodgers blasts Martin O'Neill sacking
Brendan Rodgers says that Martin O'Neill's sacking at Sunderland was a "sad" occasion.
Apr 1, 06:08
Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Jeremy Wray: Paolo Di Canio is a "great appointment" for Sunderland
Former Swindon Town chairman Jeremy Wray feels that Paolo Di Canio is a "great appointment" by Sunderland to replace Martin O'Neill.
Apr 1, 03:02
Swindon boss Paulo Di Canio on the touchline against Colchester on February 5, 2013
Kevin Kilbane: Appointing Paolo Di Canio a "massive gamble" for Sunderland
Former Sunderland midfielder Kevin Kilbane feels that Sunderland have made a "massive gamble" to sack Martin O'Neill and replace him with Paolo Di Canio.
Apr 1, 01:22
Paolo Di Canio
Ellis Short backs "driven" Paolo Di Canio
Sunderland chairman Ellis Short believes that the driven, determined figure of Paolo Di Canio will be a huge success at the Stadium of Light.
Mar 31, 21:47
David Miliband
David Miliband quits Sunderland over Paulo Di Canio appointment
David Miliband stands down as vice-chairman of Sunderland over the appointment of Paolo Di Canio as head coach.
Mar 31, 21:31
Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Paolo Di Canio appointed Sunderland manager
Paolo Di Canio becomes the new Sunderland manager on a two-and-a-half year contract.
Mar 31, 21:08
Swindon boss Paulo Di Canio on the touchline against Colchester on February 5, 2013
Paulo Di Canio to hold Sunderland talks?
Paulo Di Canio is reportedly travelling to Sunderland to hold talks with the club regarding their vacant manager's position.
Mar 31, 14:08
Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Paolo Di Canio favourite for Sunderland job
Former Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio is the new favourite to take charge of Sunderland.
Mar 31, 12:22
Steve Coppell
Steve Coppell blasts club owners
Former England international Steve Coppell criticises club owners following the sacking of Martin O'Neill at Sunderland.
Mar 31, 09:43
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill prior to kick-off against Manchester United on March 30, 2013
Alan Shearer: Martin O'Neill sacking is "bizarre"
Alan Shearer believes that the timing of the sacking of Martin O'Neill by Sunderland is "bizarre".
Mar 31, 03:31
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill prior to his side's match with QPR on March 9, 2013
Stan Collymore: 'John Robertson absence cost Martin O'Neill'
Stan Collymore believes that the absence of assistant John Robertson played a massive part in Martin O'Neill's departure at Sunderland.
Mar 31, 02:10