Kevin Phillips predicts Sunderland struggle
Ex-Sunderland star Kevin Phillips thinks that the Black Cats will struggle this season.
Aug 27, 20:49
Gus Poyet: 'Beating Birmingham City could help Premier League form'
Gus Poyet believes that a win in the Capital One Cup will hand Sunderland a boost heading into Saturday's meeting with Queens Park Rangers.
Aug 27, 03:08
Sunderland's Jack Rodwell pleased with performance
Sunderland midfielder Jack Rodwell admits that he was delighted to mark his home debut for the Black Cats with a crucial goal in their 1-1 draw with Manchester United.
Aug 26, 19:57
Sunderland's Modibo Diakite wanted by 10 clubs
Sunderland boss Gus Poyet reveals that 10 clubs are chasing defender Modibo Diakite.
Aug 26, 08:58
Steven Fletcher elated with Sunderland start
Sunderland striker Steven Fletcher is elated with the way his side have begun the new Premier League season, taking two points from two matches.
Aug 25, 04:17
Report: Fabio Borini prefers loan move to Sunderland
A report suggests that Liverpool forward Fabio Borini is willing to move to Sunderland this season, but only on loan.
Aug 25, 02:16
Gus Poyet delighted with Will Buckley debut
Sunderland manager Gus Poyet is happy with how Will Buckley fared on his full debut for the club.
Aug 24, 22:32
Gus Poyet defends Ashley Young over diving claims
Sunderland manager Gus Poyet believes that Manchester United winger Ashley Young was unfortunate to be booked for diving during this afternoon's match between the sides.
Aug 24, 22:21
Report: Sunderland interested in Salomon Kalou
Sunderland are reportedly preparing a bid for Lille striker Salomon Kalou if they fail to agree terms with Liverpool forward Fabio Borini.
Aug 24, 21:19
Gus Poyet: 'Fabio Borini decision taking too long'
Sunderland manager Gus Poyet believes that Liverpool striker Fabio Borini is taking "too long" to decide whether he will join the club on a permanent basis.
Aug 24, 19:59
Match Analysis: Sunderland 1-1 Manchester United
Sports Mole takes a closer look at Manchester United's 1-1 draw with Sunderland in the Premier League.
Aug 24, 18:14
Jack Rodwell header denies Manchester United
Manchester United and Sunderland play out a 1-1 draw at the Stadium of Light to leave Louis van Gaal winless in the Premier League.
Aug 24, 17:52
On this day: Chelsea's Gianluca Vialli scores four in Barnsley rout
Seventeen years ago today, Gianluca Vialli scores four goals as Chelsea thrash Barnsley 6-0 at Oakwell.
Aug 24, 09:59
Sunderland eye up loan move for Liverpool's Sebastian Coates?
Sunderland manager Gus Poyet weighs up a loan move for Liverpool defender Sebastian Coates, according to reports.
Aug 24, 09:59
Gus Poyet: We have to play "perfect game"
Sunderland boss Gus Poyet believes that his side will have to be flawless in their home clash against Manchester United to take all three points on Sunday.
Aug 23, 15:00
Will Buckley: 'Gus Poyet will improve me as a player'
New Sunderland midfielder Will Buckley praises manager Gus Poyet and believes that he will become a better footballer under his tutelage.
Aug 23, 14:15
Gus Poyet: 'Players choose London over North-East'
Sunderland boss Gus Poyet admits that he faces a tough time bringing potential signings to the North-East when faced with competition against London clubs.
Aug 23, 02:22
Gus Poyet: "We were very close to getting Eduardo Vargas"
Gus Poyet claims that new QPR striker Eduardo Vargas was "very close" to joining Sunderland, and refuses to set a deadline for the ongoing Fabio Borini deal.
Aug 22, 20:06
Preview: Sunderland vs. Manchester United
Sports Mole previews the Premier League encounter between Sunderland and Manchester United at the Stadium of Light.
Aug 22, 16:32
Vito Mannone excited by prospect of facing Manchester United
Vito Mannone believes that a victory over Manchester United on Sunday would do wonders for Sunderland's confidence.
Aug 22, 04:55
Gus Poyet: Jozy Altidore "really happy" at Sunderland
American centre-forward Jozy Altidore is "really happy" at Sunderland, according to his manager Gus Poyet.
Aug 20, 14:39
Sunderland turn attention to Danny Welbeck over Fabio Borini?
Sunderland reportedly consider a move for Manchester United striker Danny Welbeck as their pursuit of Fabio Borini continues to stall.
Aug 20, 10:51
Sebastian Larsson eyes Sunderland goal rush
Sebastian Larsson eyes a goal-laden season with Sunderland after netting in Saturday's 2-2 draw with West Bromwich Albion.
Aug 19, 20:16
Sunderland boss Gus Poyet angered by Neil Swarbrick's refereeing at West Brom
Sunderland head coach Gus Poyet says that he is "disappointed" with the refereeing of Neil Swarbrick in their Premier League draw with West Bromwich Albion.
Aug 16, 19:35
Player Ratings: West Bromwich Albion 2-2 Sunderland
Sports Mole's player ratings for Sunderland's 2-2 draw with West Bromwich Albion.
Aug 16, 18:12
Match Analysis: West Bromwich Albion 2-2 Sunderland
Sports Mole gives their take on West Bromwich Albion's 2-2 draw with Sunderland on the opening day of the Premier League.
Aug 16, 17:41
Live Commentary: West Bromwich Albion 2-2 Sunderland - as it happened
Relive how Sebastian Larsson salvaged Sunderland a 2-2 draw at West Brom in their Premier League opener, courtesy of Sports Mole's live text coverage.
Aug 16, 14:00
Sunderland's Gus Poyet: 'Fabio Borini wants to join us from Liverpool'
Gus Poyet insists that Fabio Borini wants to join Sunderland this summer, despite a delay in the transfer after the Black Cats agreed a reported £14m fee with Liverpool.
Aug 15, 16:09
Five opening-day shocks in Premier League
Sports Mole takes a look at five shocks that have occurred on the opening day of the Premier League since its creation in 1992.
Aug 15, 11:24
Preview: West Bromwich Albion vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews a Premier League opening-day game between two teams who narrowly avoided the drop last term as West Brom host Sunderland at The Hawthorns.
Aug 14, 21:38
Will Buckley completes Sunderland move
Sunderland complete the signing of Brighton & Hove Albion winger Will Buckley on a three-year deal for a sum in the region of £2.5m.
Aug 14, 12:36
Diego Poyet repairs relationship with Andy Carroll after critical tweet
West Ham United's Diego Poyet and Andy Carroll make light of the midfielder's tweet from three years ago criticising the former Liverpool striker.
Aug 14, 12:22
Gus Poyet confident of landing Fabio Borini
Sunderland boss Gus Poyet says that he is confident of signing Liverpool striker Fabio Borini.
Aug 13, 22:41
Stephen Ward to make Brighton & Hove Albion move permanent?
Stephen Ward is moving closer to a permanent transfer from Wolverhampton Wanderers to Brighton & Hove Albion, according to reports.
Aug 13, 21:02
Sunderland agree Will Buckley fee?
Sunderland are understood to have agreed a £2.5m fee with Brighton for winger Will Buckley.
Aug 13, 11:55
Gus Poyet calls for summer transfer window to close before season starts
Sunderland manager Gus Poyet is adamant that clubs would benefit from the summer transfer window being closed before the season begins.
Aug 13, 10:59
Season preview: 2014-15 Premier League
Sports Mole previews the 2014-15 Premier League campaign with an in-depth look at all 20 clubs.
Aug 12, 16:10
Report: Sunderland want £8m for Connor Wickham
Sunderland reportedly ask West Ham United to increase their bid for striker Connor Wickham to £8m.
Aug 11, 19:35
Gus Poyet confident of more Sunderland signings
Sunderland manager Gus Poyet reveals that he is expecting to complete more signings before the start of the new Premier League season.
Aug 10, 22:58
Sunderland eye Nacer Chadli?
Tottenham Hotspur winger Nacer Chadli is reportedly a loan target of Sunderland manager Gus Poyet.
Aug 10, 10:51
