Team News: Jermain Defoe starts for Sunderland at Fulham
Jermain Defoe starts for Sunderland against Fulham in their FA Cup fourth-round replay at Craven Cottage.
Feb 3, 18:53
Jermain Defoe pleased to have completed Sunderland move early
Jermain Defoe reveals his happiness to have avoided the "stressful" nature of a deadline-day transfer following his switch to Sunderland last month.
Feb 2, 12:43
Premier League in Numbers: Week 23
Sports Mole looks back over the 23rd round of Premier League encounters with a selection of facts and figures from each match.
Feb 2, 12:00
Sports Mole's Premier League Team of the Week
Sports Mole selects the 11 most impressive performers from the 23rd round of Premier League matches.
Feb 2, 10:56
Preview: Fulham vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole looks ahead to Tuesday night's FA Cup fourth-round replay between Fulham and Sunderland at Craven Cottage.
Feb 2, 07:02
Connor Wickham not thinking about survival
Sunderland striker Connor Wickham says that he and his teammates cannot afford to think about winning their relegation battle until it is mathematically won.
Feb 1, 13:49
Connor Wickham: 'Win was a long time coming'
Sunderland striker Connor Wickham feels that his side's win over Burnley - their first at home since October - can kickstart their second half of the season.
Feb 1, 02:18
Gus Poyet hails Sunderland's "perfect" Burnley victory
Gus Poyet is both delighted and relieved with Sunderland's "perfect" win over Burnley as both Connor Wickham and Jermain Defoe score in a 2-0 home victory.
Jan 31, 18:44
Player Ratings: Sunderland 2-0 Burnley
Sports Mole rates the best and worst players during Sunderland's 2-0 Premier League victory over Burnley at the Stadium of Light.
Jan 31, 18:10
Match Analysis: Sunderland 2-0 Burnley
Sports Mole analyses Sunderland's 2-0 Premier League victory over Burnley at the Stadium of Light.
Jan 31, 17:27
Jermain Defoe hails "massive win" for Sunderland
Sunderland goalscorer Jermain Defoe hails his side's 2-0 victory over Burnley in the Premier League as a "massive win" for the Black Cats.
Jan 31, 17:15
Connor Wickham, Jermain Defoe hand Sunderland victory
Sunderland beat Burnley 2-0 courtesy of first-half goals from Connor Wickham and Jermain Defoe.
Jan 31, 16:52
Half-Time Report: Connor Wickham, Jermain Defoe hand Sunderland two-goal lead
Connor Wickham and Jermain Defoe score to hand Sunderland a 2-0 half-time lead over Burnley.
Jan 31, 15:49
Live Commentary: Sunderland 2-0 Burnley - as it happened
Sports Mole brings you live text commentary of the Premier League match between Sunderland and Burnley at the Stadium of Light.
Jan 31, 14:00
Gus Poyet: 'I couldn't score for this Sunderland side'
Sunderand manager Gus Poyet admits that he would find it hard to score goals if he played for his side.
Jan 30, 22:54
Preview: Sunderland vs. Burnley
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Sunderland and Burnley, who are level on points heading into their meeting at the Stadium of Light.
Jan 30, 00:55
Billy Jones warns Gus Poyet over Jermain Defoe inclusions
Sunderland defender Billy Jones admits that the Black Cats' decision to shift to 3-5-2 since signing Jermain Defoe is yet to yield rewards.
Jan 29, 01:02
Sunderland, Fulham face replay after goalless draw
Sunderland are held to a 0-0 draw by Fulham and will face an FA Cup fourth-round replay at Craven Cottage.
Jan 24, 16:51
Team News: Jermain Defoe starts second successive Sunderland game
Jermain Defoe starts upfront for Sunderland in their FA Cup fourth-round tie at home to Fulham.
Jan 24, 14:12
Jermain Defoe targets FA Cup glory
Jermain Defoe eyes FA Cup glory with Sunderland after missing out on a winners' medal with Portsmouth in 2008.
Jan 24, 02:52
Preview: Sunderland vs. Fulham
Sports Mole looks ahead to Saturday's FA Cup fourth-round tie between Premier League side Sunderland and Fulham of the Championship.
Jan 22, 19:32
On this day: Late Mario Balotelli penalty sinks Tottenham Hotspur
Three years ago today, Mario Balotelli was the hero for Manchester City as he scored a 95th-minute penalty to secure a dramatic 3-2 victory over Tottenham Hotspur.
Jan 22, 12:32
On this day: Les Ferdinand joins West Ham United
Twelve years ago today, West Ham United completed the signing of veteran striker Les Ferdinand from Tottenham Hotspur.
Jan 21, 09:59
Jermain Defoe targets England recall
Jermain Defoe says that he will draw on the pain of missing out on England's World Cup squad as motivation to earn a second chance at international level.
Jan 20, 23:51
Jermain Defoe: 'I'll score goals for Sunderland'
Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe aims to help the Premier League side avoid relegation this season by delivering goals for the Black Cats.
Jan 20, 19:14
Jermain Defoe: 'Sunderland made me feel wanted'
New Sunderland striker Jermain Defoe reveals that he was made to feel "wanted" during conversations with manager Gus Poyet.
Jan 20, 14:13
Jermain Defoe receives Wes Brown backing
Jermain Defoe will score the goals that will keep Sunderland in the Premier League, according to his teammate West Brown.
Jan 19, 14:51
Steven Fletcher excited by Jermain Defoe partnership
Sunderland striker Steven Fletcher hopes that he can forge a successful partnership with Black Cats new boy Jermain Defoe.
Jan 18, 23:40
Gus Poyet: 'Jermain Defoe will be only arrival'
Gus Poyet claims that Jermain Defoe will be the only arrival at Sunderland this month.
Jan 18, 14:53
Jozy Altidore determined to prove worth at Toronto
Jozy Altidore is eager to bounce back from his poor form at Sunderland with his new club Toronto.
Jan 18, 14:15
Report: Sebastian Giovinco to join Toronto FC
Sebastian Giovinco is reportedly on his way to Toronto FC in the summer, with the forward allegedly agreeing terms with the MLS club.
Jan 18, 04:47
Match Analysis: Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 Sunderland
Sports Mole takes an in-depth look at Spurs' late win over Sunderland at White Hart Lane.
Jan 17, 17:33
Gus Poyet: 'Sunderland can take positives'
Gus Poyet says that his Sunderland side can "take positives" from their loss against Tottenham Hotspur.
Jan 17, 17:31
Late Christian Eriksen strike earns Tottenham Hotspur win
A late goal from Christian Eriksen earns Tottenham Hotspur a 2-1 victory over Sunderland.
Jan 17, 16:53
Toronto FC to move for Sebastian Giovinco?
Toronto FC are reportedly planning to make a big money offer for Sebastian Giovinco, whose contract is up in June.
Jan 17, 16:22
Half-Time Report: Sebastian Larsson free kick brings Sunderland level
Sunderland are deservedly level at 1-1 with Tottenham Hotspur in their Premier League fixture at White Hart Lane.
Jan 17, 15:48
Live Commentary: Tottenham Hotspur 2-1 Sunderland - as it happened
Relive Spurs' late win over Sunderland at White Hart Lane with Sports Mole's live commentary.
Jan 17, 14:00
Paul Merson: Jermain Defoe "perfect" for Queens Park Rangers
Jermain Defoe would have been the "perfect" signing for Queens Park Rangers, according to Paul Merson.
Jan 17, 11:59
Preview: Tottenham Hotspur vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews Sunderland's Premier League trip to White Hart Lane, where Tottenham could welcome back Jermain Defoe as he nears his Black Cats transfer.
Jan 16, 17:55
Gus Poyet: 'Jermain Defoe is a special signing'
Sunderland head coach Gus Poyet describes Jermain Defoe as a "special signing" after the striker completed a move to the Stadium of Light.
Jan 16, 14:32
