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Sunderland sealed a dramatic late 2-1 victory against Newcastle United at St James' Park in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon.
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| Current League Standings | P | GD | PTS | |
| 10 | Brighton & Hove Albion | 31 | 4 | 43 |
| 11 | Sunderland | 31 | -4 | 43 |
| 12 | Newcastle United | 31 | -1 | 42 |
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Bournemouth transfer news: Cherries 'identify' Sunderland-linked defender as Marcos Senesi replacement
Bournemouth are reportedly showing interest in signing Bologna's Jhon Lucumi, who is also a target for fellow Premier League side Sunderland.13:59
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Chelsea transfer news: 'Sensational' goalkeeper wanted but Liam Rosenior faces Liverpool, Man City summer battle
Chelsea are reportedly keen on signing a 'sensational' goalkeeper this summer, though they will face competition from both Manchester City and Liverpool.Apr 5, 09:25
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Aston Villa transfer news: Villans told to pay 'huge fee' for Sunderland attacker this summer
Sunderland are reportedly demanding a huge fee for striker Brian Brobbey, who is wanted by Aston Villa ahead of the summer transfer window.Mar 31, 16:18
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Sports Mole takes a look at the 10 greatest strike partnerships in Premier League history.Mar 24, 07:00
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Anthony Gordon claims that Newcastle United 'should not lose' to a team such as Sunderland who he claims are inferior to the Magpies.Mar 23, 15:46
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Newcastle 1-2 Sunderland: Highlights, man of the match, stats as Brian Brobbey becomes Sunderland hero
Sunderland sealed a dramatic late 2-1 victory against Newcastle United at St James' Park in the Premier League on Sunday afternoon.Mar 22, 14:04
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Team News: Newcastle vs. Sunderland injury, suspension lists, predicted XIs
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Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Sunderland could line up for Sunday's Premier League Tyne-Wear derby with Newcastle United.Mar 20, 16:22
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Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at how Newcastle United could line up for Sunday's Premier League Tyne-Wear derby with Sunderland.Mar 20, 16:21
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Preview:Newcastle United vs Sunderland - prediction, team news, lineups
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Newcastle injury news: Sandro Tonali, Lewis Miley updates from Eddie Howe before derby clash with Sunderland
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