Aiden McGeady ready to make Sunderland return against Wigan
Aiden McGeady returns to the Sunderland squad for the first time since November 2019 for the visit of Wigan in Sky Bet League One.
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On this day in 2011: Sunderland appoint Martin O’Neill as manager
Martin O’Neill was unveiled as Sunderland’s new manager on this day in 2011.
Black Cats’ character catches the eye of caretaker boss Andrew Taylor
Caretaker boss Andrew Taylor believed Sunderland showed “character” to battle back to draw 1-1 at home to Burton after a difficult few days.
Max Power earns managerless Sunderland a draw against Burton
Managerless Sunderland left it late as Max Power’s header secured a 1-1 draw with Burton at the Stadium of Light.
Andrew Taylor takes charge of Sunderland for Burton clash
First-team coach Andrew Taylor will take charge of Sunderland for their League One clash with Burton following the departure of Phil Parkinson.
Struggling Sunderland sack Phil Parkinson following winless run
Sunderland have sacked manager Phil Parkinson after five games without a win.
Joey Barton hails Fleetwood’s battling qualities after draw with Sunderland
Delighted Fleetwood boss Joey Barton highlighted the battling qualities of his side after they fought from behind to draw 1-1 at home to Sunderland.
Callum Connolly earns a point for Fleetwood against Sunderland
Callum Connolly scored his first goal since February as Fleetwood came from behind to draw 1-1 with Sunderland.
Labour MPs criticise Tier 3 decision for North East
Labour MPs in the north east of England have criticised the Government’s decision to put the region under the toughest Covid-19 regulations.
North East leaders urge people to obey rules so Tier 3 restrictions can be eased
Political leaders in the North East of England urged people to stick to the coronavirus rules so the region can move on from the toughest Tier 3 restrictions as quickly as possible.
Phil Parkinson rues late equaliser as Sunderland are held at Doncaster
Sunderland boss Phil Parkinson was left to bemoan a late equaliser by Doncaster after what he termed his side’s best performance for some time.
Fejiri Okenabirhie scores injury-time equaliser for Doncaster against Sunderland
Fejiri Okenabirhie hooked in an injury-time equaliser to snatch a 1-1 draw for Doncaster against Sunderland.
Joe Lumley in line for Doncaster debut after emergency loan
Doncaster could hand a debut to on-loan goalkeeper Joe Lumley in their home game against Sunderland.
BBC announces plans to expand local radio offering
The BBC has announced plans to increase its radio output in the north of England and the Midlands over the winter months.
Russell Martin relieved to see MK Dons win on road with victory at Sunderland
Russell Martin is relieved the MK Dons’ 14-month wait for an away win is finally over after beating Sunderland 2-1 at the Stadium of Light.
Scott Fraser spot on as MK Dons inflict rare defeat on Sunderland
Scott Fraser struck the winning penalty just after half-time to secure a 2-1 win for MK Dons at Sunderland.
Hays Travel founder collapses and dies at head office
The founder of Hays Travel has died after collapsing while working at the company’s head office in Sunderland.
Sunderland not commenting on reports Stewart Donald has agreed to sell club
Sunderland are remaining tight-lipped over claims that owner Stewart Donald has agreed to sell the League One club.
Sunderland full-back Callum McFadzean doubtful for MK Dons clash
Sunderland’s Callum McFadzean is a major doubt for Saturday’s Sky Bet League One visit of MK Dons.
Richard Cooper delighted to end Mansfield caretaker spell with victory
Richard Cooper is delighted to be handing over the reins to new Mansfield boss Nigel Clough with the club’s first win of the season on the board.
Mansfield stun Sunderland to claim first win of the season in all competitions
Nigel Clough’s reign as Mansfield manager got off to the perfect start as the Sky Bet League Two side knocked Sunderland out of the FA Cup.
Quartet sidelined for Sunderland’s match with Mansfield
Sunderland manager Phil Parkinson has a number of injuries to deal with for the FA Cup tie against Mansfield.
Managers have a difference of opinion about key moments in Sunderland success
Phil Parkinson and Paul Lambert had a difference of opinion over the big refereeing decisions that ended with Sunderland beating Ipswich 2-1 in Sky Bet League One.
Late Grant Leadbitter spot-kick seals Sunderland success and sinks former club
Grant Leadbitter scored his second late penalty of the season to secure three points for Sunderland and a 2-1 win over former club Ipswich.
Jordan Willis still sidelined by knee injury for Sunderland
Jordan Willis is unlikely to feature when Sunderland face Ipswich in Sky Bet League One.
Phil Parkinson likes what he sees from Sunderland in their win at Gillingham
Phil Parkinson was proud of the way Sunderland refused to bow to the provocations of Steve Evans as they beat Gillingham 2-0 in a fiery finish at Priestfield.
Late Sunderland double means Gillingham pay for dismissal and missed penalty
Sunderland scored twice in the final six minutes to earn a tempestuous 2-0 victory over 10-man Gillingham, who themselves missed a penalty in the Sky Bet League One match at Priestfield.
Tees Valley to enter Tier 3 following talks, MP says
Part of the North East of England is heading for the toughest level of coronavirus restrictions, although the rise in new cases in the region is starting to level off.
Gillingham battling injury issues ahead of visit of Sunderland
Gillingham manager Steve Evans has a number of injury problems ahead of the visit of Sunderland in Sky Bet League One.
Tributes paid to ‘dedicated’ PCSO who died after contracting coronavirus
Tributes have been paid to a police community support officer (PCSO) who died after testing positive for coronavirus.