Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Adam Johnson against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Alan Hansen expects Paolo Di Canio to save Sunderland from drop
Former Liverpool defender Alan Hansen believes that Paolo Di Canio will steer Sunderland to Premier League survival.
Apr 15, 10:19
 Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Stephane Sessegnon against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Paolo Di Canio reveals family abuse
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio reveals that his two daughters have received threatening messages since he took the job on Wearside two weeks ago.
Apr 14, 21:28
 Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Stephane Sessegnon against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Paolo Di Canio delighted with derby triumph
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio claims that his team played like "warriors" during their 3-0 win at local rivals Newcastle United in the Premier League.
Apr 14, 18:42
 Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio celebrates a goal by Adam Johnson against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Match Analysis: Newcastle United 0-3 Sunderland
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Sunderland's 3-0 victory over Newcastle United at St James' Park this afternoon.
Apr 14, 13:34
 Sunderland's Adam Johnson scores the second goal against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Sunderland beat local rivals Newcastle United
Sunderland beat Newcastle United 3-0 in the Tyne-Wear derby to ease their relegation fears.
Apr 14, 12:56
 Newcastle United manager Alan Pardew before kick-off in the match against Manchester City on March 30, 2013
Team News: Alan Pardew makes five changes for Tyne-Wear derby
Alan Pardew makes five changes to his side ahead of Newcastle United's clash with Sunderland on Sunday afternoon.
Apr 14, 10:43
 Sunderland's Stephane Sessegnon celebrates a goal against Newcastle on April 14, 2013
Live Commentary: Newcastle United 0-3 Sunderland - as it happened
Re-live Sports Mole's live text commentary of today's Premier League meeting between Newcastle United and Sunderland at St James' Park.
Apr 14, 10:00
 New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Paolo Di Canio: Sir Alex Ferguson letter "an inspiration"
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio reveals that he received a letter from Sir Alex Ferguson after winning League Two with Swindon Town last season.
Apr 14, 03:47
 John O'Shea
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
 St James Park
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
 Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio wants to end derby drought
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio says that his players should be motivated to end the club's 13-year run without a victory at St James' Park.
Apr 11, 14:33
 New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio hails Alan Pardew's 'passion'
Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio admits that he is fond of "passionate" Newcastle United boss Alan Pardew ahead of the Tyne-Wear derby.
Apr 11, 10:31
 New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Paolo Di Canio finds Sunderland support "emotional"
Paolo Di Canio says that it was "emotional" to hear the Sunderland fans sing his name during the Black Cats' defeat to Chelsea.
Apr 11, 08:33
 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
 Craig Gardner celebrates with Sebastian Larsson moments after scoring on December 2, 2012
Craig Gardner dismisses Paolo Di Canio fitness claims
Sunderland midfielder Craig Gardner dismisses claims made by manager Paolo Di Canio that he and his teammates are in poor physical condition.
Apr 10, 00:30
 Simon Mignolet
Simon Mignolet: 'We can't look past Newcastle United game'
Sunderland goalkeeper Simon Mignolet believes that it is important the Black Cats remain focused on the Newcastle United match this Sunday.
Apr 9, 17:15
 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 bans Sunderland players from drinking booze
Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio threatens fining his players if they are caught drinking alcohol heavily through the week.
Apr 8, 13:15
 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
 Danny Rose and Nathaniel Clyne on December 22, 2012
Danny Rose bemoans Sunderland luck
Sunderland defender Danny Rose feels that his side were unlucky to lose in the manner they did to Chelsea.
Apr 8, 03:25
 Sunderland's Craig Gardner celebrates after scoring his sides first goal against Fulham on March 2, 2013
Craig Gardner hails Paolo Di Canio impact
Sunderland midfielder Craig Gardner hails the impact that new manager Paolo Di Canio has had at the club despite their defeat to Chelsea.
Apr 8, 01:18
 New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Paolo Di Canio taking positives from Sunderland's defeat
Paolo Di Canio refuses to be too downbeat following Sunderland's defeat to Chelsea away from home on Sunday.
Apr 7, 16:54
 Cesar Azpilicueta scores an own goal to give Sunderland the lead on April 7, 2013
Match Analysis: Chelsea 2-1 Sunderland
Sports Mole picks the bones out of a defeat for new Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio at Chelsea.
Apr 7, 16:37
 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
 New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Half-Time Report: Sunderland in front at Chelsea
Cesar Azpilicueta scores an own goal to give Sunderland the advantage against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 7, 14:50
 Connor Wickham
Team News: Paolo Di Canio picks Connor Wickham
Paolo Di Canio gives Connor Wickham a starting opportunity in Sunderland's match against Chelsea away from home.
Apr 7, 13:15
 New Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio on the touchline during the match against Chelsea on April 7, 2013
Live Commentary: Chelsea 2-1 Sunderland - as it happened
Read how Paolo Di Canio's first game in charge of Sunderland ended in a loss at Chelsea.
Apr 7, 13:00
 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
 Chelsea interim manager Rafa Benitez prior to kick-off against Southampton on March 30, 2013
Rafael Benitez: 'All attention will be on Paolo Di Canio'
Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez feels that all the pressure and attention will be on new Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio in their clash at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 7, 02:37
 Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Adam Johnson: 'Paolo Di Canio will get the best out of Sunderland'
Adam Johnson expects new Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio to get the best out of the club's players.
Apr 6, 12:54
 Paolo Di Canio before kickoff
Pablo Negro to link up with Paolo Di Canio at Sunderland?
Paolo Di Canio could reportedly link up with former Lazio teammate Pablo Negro if Sunderland appoint a director of football.
Apr 6, 09:40
 Chelsea interim manager Rafael Benitez gestures from the sideline during his side's match with West Brom on March 2, 2013
Preview:Chelsea vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole looks ahead to Sunday's Premier League meeting between Chelsea and Sunderland at Stamford Bridge.
Apr 5, 15:23
 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
 Paolo Di Canio before kickoff
Billy Bragg hits out at Sunderland's Paolo Di Canio in song lyrics
Musician Billy Bragg criticises Paolo Di Canio's alleged fascist views in song lyrics.
Apr 5, 13:08
 Swindon Town manager Paolo Di Canio during the match against Bournemouth on January 12, 2013
Paolo Di Canio: 'Sunderland players live for big stage'
Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio believes that his new side are capable of defeating Chelsea at Stamford Bridge on Sunday.
Apr 5, 13:05
 Rio Ferdinand
Rio Ferdinand backs Paolo Di Canio's Premier League campaign
Rio Ferdinand insists that he supports Paolo Di Canio at Sunderland following the publication of a previous criticism he made in 2007.
Apr 4, 08:50
 Paulo Di Canio
Paolo Di Canio: 'I do not support fascism'
Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio insists that he does not support fascism.
Apr 3, 15:03
 Charlton Athletic's manager Chris Powell during his side's game with Nottingham Forest on February 23, 2013
Chris Powell: 'Paolo Di Canio appointment bold move for Sunderland'
Charlton Athletic boss Chris Powell believes that Sunderland have made a "bold decision" in appointing Paolo Di Canio as their new manager.
Apr 3, 09:23
 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
 Paolo Di Canio before kickoff
Paolo Di Canio happy to get violent with Sunderland players
Paolo Di Canio insists that he will have no problem getting physical with his Sunderland players in his bid to keep to the club in the Premier League.
Apr 3, 03:56
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