James McFadden
Sunderland finalise short-term deal for James McFadden
Sunderland complete the signing of James McFadden on a short-term deal after the free agent spent a number of weeks training with the Black Cats.
Oct 26, 09:36
James McClean
Martin O'Neill: 'James McClean suffering from homesickness'
Sunderland Martin O'Neill believes that winger James McClean may be feeling homesick.
Oct 26, 03:00
James McFadden
James McFadden to sign for Sunderland in next 24 hours
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill says that James McFadden should put pen to paper on a short-term deal at the club within the next 24 hours.
Oct 25, 15:37
The Britannia Stadium
Preview:Stoke City vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews Stoke City's match with Sunderland at the Britannia Stadium.
Oct 25, 11:37
Craig Gardner, John Terry
Craig Gardner wants midfield return
Craig Gardner admits that he is desperate to return to central midfield when Phil Bardsley is fit and ready to reclaim his right-back slot.
Oct 24, 20:10
Steven Taylor
Martin O'Neill upset by Steven Taylor chants
Martin O'Neill says that abuse directed towards Steven Taylor during Sunday's Tyne-Wear derby was unacceptable.
Oct 22, 06:20
Martin O'Neill and Alan Pardew during the Tyne-Wear derby
Martin O'Neill "delighted" with derby point
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill admits that he is "delighted" with the point that his side earned during Sunday's derby with Newcastle United.
Oct 21, 20:59
Steven Fletcher, Fabricio Coloccini
Match Analysis: Sunderland 1-1 Newcastle United
Sports Mole casts an eye over Sunderland's late 1-1 draw with local rivals Newcastle United.
Oct 21, 14:34
Martin O'Neill
Live Commentary: Sunderland 1-1 Newcastle United - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live commentary of the fiercely competitive derby clash between Sunderland and Newcastle United.
Oct 21, 11:10
Ruud Gullit
Ruud Gullit defends Danny Rose and demands UEFA action
Ruud Gullit demands an instant response from UEFA and has insisted that Danny Rose produced a completely understandable reaction to the racist abuse he suffered in Serbia.
Oct 20, 23:31
Alan Pardew
Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew expects fierce Tyne-Wear derby
Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew says that he wants to finish this weekend's Tyne-Wear derby against Sunderland with 11 players on the pitch.
Oct 19, 16:49
Martin O'Neill
Sunderland's Martin O'Neill: 'Newcastle United were terrific last season'
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill pays tributes to Newcastle United's "terrific effort" last season ahead of this weekend's Tyne-Wear derby.
Oct 19, 15:17
James McFadden
James McFadden to sign Sunderland deal
James McFadden 'agrees in principle' to join Sunderland on a short-term contract after a successful trial at the Stadium of Light.
Oct 19, 12:07
Carlos Cuellar
Sunderland's Carlos Cuellar: 'Tyne-Wear derby biggest clash of all'
Sunderland defender Carlos Cuellar says that the Tyne-Wear derby is 'bigger' than the Old Firm clash and El Clasico.
Oct 19, 10:44
Danny Rose
Sunderland's Danny Rose could sit out of Newcastle United battle
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill says that full-back Danny Rose will not be included in the Black Cats' lineup against Newcastle United if he is not in the right frame of mind.
Oct 19, 08:24
The Stadium of Light
Preview:Sunderland vs. Newcastle United
Sports Mole preview Sunday's Tyne-Wear derby between Sunderland and Newcastle United at the Stadium of Light.
Oct 19, 05:42
Martin O'Neill
Martin O'Neill hails Tyne-Wear derby intensity
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill compares the intensity of the Tyne-Wear derby to that of the Old Firm.
Oct 18, 19:51
Alan Pardew
Alan Pardew, Martin O'Neill clear the air ahead of North-East derby
Alan Pardew and Martin O'Neill reportedly agree to bury the hatchet as Newcastle United prepare to travel to Sunderland for the Tyne-Wear derby this weekend.
Oct 16, 02:59
Paul Lambert
Paul Lambert calls Martin O'Neill for advice
Paul Lambert admits that he receives encouragement and advice from former Aston Villa manager Martin O'Neill.
Oct 15, 13:03
Adam Johnson
Martin O'Neill: 'Don't expect too much from Adam Johnson'
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill says that he is "concerned" that supporters will expect too much from winger Adam Johnson.
Oct 12, 14:48
Craig Gardner, John Terry
Martin O'Neill praises Craig Gardner versatility
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill praises Craig Gardner for his versatility after the midfielder's recent displays while filling in at right-back.
Oct 12, 12:41
Connor Wickham
No loan plans for Connor Wickham
Manager Martin O'Neill admits that he has no immediate plans to let Connor Wickham leave Sunderland on loan.
Oct 7, 11:50
Martin O'Neill
Martin O'Neill: 'Manchester City deserved to win'
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill admits that his side were second best against Man City and deserved to lose.
Oct 6, 14:15
Aleksandar Kolarov
Match Analysis: Manchester City 3-0 Sunderland
Sports Mole casts an eye over Manchester City's 3-0 victory over Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium.
Oct 6, 13:56
Aleksandar Kolarov
Live Commentary: Manchester City 3-0 Sunderland - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live commentary of Manchester City's home encounter against Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium.
Oct 6, 11:16
Martin O'Neill
Martin O'Neill eyes Manchester City upset
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill believes that his side can cause an upset against Premier League champions Manchester City this weekend.
Oct 5, 17:24
James McFadden
Martin O'Neill hopes to sign James McFadden
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill reveals that he is hopeful of signing free agent James McFadden.
Oct 5, 07:55
Martin O'Neill
Martin O'Neill: 'Modern boots are too light'
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill claims that modern boots are the reason for some injuries suffered in the game.
Oct 5, 01:42
Steven Fletcher
Martin O'Neill pleased by Steven Fletcher's Scotland call-up
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill says that he is happy for striker Steven Fletcher after he received a call-up to the Scotland squad but admits that he is concerned over potential injuries.
Oct 4, 16:57
Carlos Tevez
Preview:Manchester City vs. Sunderland
Manchester City will hope to gain more consistency in the Premier League by snatching a home win over Sunderland on Saturday.
Oct 4, 10:37
Danny Rose
Danny Rose keen to attack
Danny Rose reveals that Martin O'Neill has asked him to start pushing forward more for Sunderland.
Oct 3, 19:01
James McFadden
Sunderland to secure signature of James McFadden this week?
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill says that free agent James McFadden could sign for the Black Cats later this week.
Oct 2, 10:40
Steven Fletcher
Martin O'Neill not surprised by Steven Fletcher's start to life at Sunderland
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill says that Steven Fletcher's terrific form since moving to the Stadium of Light is not a surprise.
Oct 1, 01:20
Steven Fletcher
Martin O'Neill hails "incredible" Steven Fletcher
Sunderland boss Martin O'Neill hails the "incredible" performance of Steven Fletcher as he earns the Black Cats their first win of the season against Wigan.
Sep 29, 17:56
Steven Fletcher
Sunderland 1-0 Wigan Athletic
Steven Fletcher scores the only goal of the game as 10-man Wigan Athletic lose to Sunderland at the Stadium of Light.
Sep 29, 15:55
Martin O'Neill
Martin O'Neill slams UEFA fixture policy
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill finds it "absolutely extraordinary" that his side will have to play their rearranged match with reading in December.
Sep 28, 04:34
Lee Cattermole
Martin O'Neill wants Lee Cattermole to learn lessons from MK Dons red card
Martin O'Neill implores Liam Cattermole to clean up his act after a fifth red card for Sunderland against MK Dons in midweek.
Sep 27, 15:17
Martin O'Neill
Preview:Sunderland vs. Wigan Athletic
Sunderland take on Wigan Athletic at the Stadium of Light this weekend, with the Black Cats searching for their first win of the campaign and the Latics desperate to avoid a third-straight defeat.
Sep 27, 09:45
Lee Cattermole
Michael Gray: 'Lee Cattermole should be stripped of captaincy'
Michael Gray questions whether Lee Cattermole should be kept as Sunderland captain following a red card against MK Dons.
Sep 27, 02:08
Lee Cattermole
Martin O'Neill blasts Lee Cattermole
Sunderland manager Martin O'Neill criticises club captain Lee Cattermole after the player was shown the fifth red card of his Black Cats career last night.
Sep 26, 03:30
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