Glenn Whelan delighted by draw in Germany
Republic of Ireland midfielder Glenn Whelan describes his team's surprise draw with Germany in Euro 2016 qualifying as a "perfect night".
Oct 15, 16:07
Stephen Ward: 'Republic of Ireland not lucky against Germany'
Stephen Ward insists that luck had no part to play in the Republic of Ireland's 1-1 draw with Germany on Tuesday.
Oct 15, 15:18
John O'Shea: The scorer of important goals
Following his equaliser in Germany last night, Sports Mole looks back on the other important goals scored by John O'Shea.
Oct 15, 11:40
Naill Quinn thrilled for John O'Shea
Former Republic of Ireland striker Niall Quinn hails John O'Shea following defender's late equaliser during Tuesday's draw with Germany.
Oct 15, 11:08
Toni Kroos "incredibly disappointed" by Germany display
Germany midfielder Toni Kroos admits that he is "incredibly disappointed" by Germany's failure to claim all three points against the Republic of Ireland.
Oct 15, 08:12
Martin O'Neill hails team spirit after draw with Germany
Republic of Ireland manager Martin O'Neill claims that it was the spirit of his players which helped deliver a 1-1 draw with Germany.
Oct 15, 05:39
Joachim Low criticises "naive" Germany after draw with Republic of Ireland
Joachim Low admits that Germany were "naive" in the closing stages of their 1-1 draw with the Republic of Ireland on Tuesday.
Oct 15, 02:41
Player Ratings: Germany 1-1 Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole rates every player's performance from Monday's 1-1 draw between Germany and the Republic of Ireland.
Oct 14, 22:58
Match Analysis: Germany 1-1 Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole takes a closer look at the 1-1 draw between Germany and the Republic of Ireland in Gelsenkirchen.
Oct 14, 22:15
John O'Shea: 'Scoring against Germany felt special'
Republic of Ireland defender John O'Shea claims that securing a draw against Germany in this evening's Euro 2016 Group D qualifier was "a very special moment".
Oct 14, 22:05
John O'Shea stuns Germany with late equaliser on 100th cap
John O'Shea scores in the final minute of stoppage time to earn Republic of Ireland a shock point against world champions Germany in their Euro 2016 qualifier.
Oct 14, 21:40
Preview: Germany vs. Republic of Ireland
Sports Mole gazes ahead to the Euro 2016 qualifier in Gelsenkirchen as the Republic of Ireland face world champions Germany.
Oct 12, 14:52
John O'Shea keen to mark century with Germany scalp
Republic of Ireland stalwart John O'Shea hopes that he can mark his 100th international cap by scoring the winner against world champions Germany next week.
Oct 9, 00:37
John O'Shea thrilled by Sunderland triumph
Sunderland captain John O'Shea expresses his delight after seeing his team pick up their first win of the season against Stoke.
Oct 7, 17:36
Team News: Bafetimbi Gomis comes in for Swansea City
Bafetimbi Gomis replaces Wilfried Bony as Swansea City make one change to the side that lost to Southampton last week.
Sep 27, 14:48
Burnley, Sunderland play out goalless draw at Turf Moor
Burnley and Sunderland play out a goalless draw in their Premier League clash and are still searching for their first league wins of the season.
Sep 20, 17:01
Preview: Burnley vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews the meeting of Burnley and Sunderland at Turf Moor as both teams go desperately seeking their first victory of the Premier League season.
Sep 18, 16:53
John O'Shea: 'Tottenham Hotspur point was vital'
Sunderland defender John O'Shea believes that his side's comeback point against Tottenham Hotspur could prove to be very important in their Premier League campaign.
Sep 17, 19:40
Gus Poyet: 'Sebastian Coates will provide competition'
Sunderland boss Gus Poyet believes that defender Sebastian Coates will challenge Wes Brown and John O'Shea for a starting place.
Sep 16, 09:24
Gus Poyet praises captain John O'Shea
Sunderland boss Gus Poyet admits that he couldn't have asked for a better leader in John O'Shea as the defender prepares to make his 100th appearance for the club.
Sep 13, 05:04
Player Ratings: Queens Park Rangers 1-0 Sunderland
Sports Mole rates all the players from the Premier League clash between Queens Park Rangers and Sunderland at Loftus Road, which the Hoops won 1-0.
Aug 30, 18:28
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
OTD: Wayne Rooney scores first Manchester United goal at Goodison Park
Nine years ago today, Wayne Rooney scored his first goal at Goodison Park as a Manchester United player.
Aug 13, 09:04
John O'Shea: 'Steven Fletcher is crucial to our success'
Sunderland skipper John O'Shea feels that Steven Fletcher will be a key player for the Black Cats during the next campaign.
Aug 2, 04:55
Three players Sunderland should sign
Sports Mole picks out three transfer targets to improve Gus Poyet's Sunderland squad.
Jul 22, 11:54
John O'Shea happy to commit to Sunderland
Sunderland defender John O'Shea hints that he would be open to extending his Black Cats contract beyond next summer, despite reported interest from Tottenham.
Jun 24, 00:59
Report: Tottenham Hotspur to move for John O'Shea
A report claims that Tottenham Hotspur are considering a move for Sunderland captain John O'Shea.
Jun 18, 16:21
John O'Shea expects Roy Keane to manage Celtic
John O'Shea believes that Roy Keane is a good candidate to manage Celtic.
May 30, 15:05
Live Commentary: Republic of Ireland 1-2 Turkey - as it happened
Relive Sports Mole's live coverage of the international friendly between the Republic of Ireland and Turkey at the Aviva Stadium.
May 25, 17:30
James McCarthy ruled out of Republic of Ireland friendlies
Everton midfielder James McCarthy will miss all of the Republic of Ireland's four friendlies over the next couple of weeks after suffering an ankle injury.
May 21, 00:40
John O'Shea urges Sunderland to stand by Gus Poyet
Sunderland defender John O'Shea believes that the club should stand by Gus Poyet after the side's late run to secure Premier League survival for another year.
May 11, 12:22
Sunderland's John O'Shea wants strong finish
Sunderland defender John O'Shea hopes that the team will finish the season strongly after climbing out of the Premier League's relegation zone.
May 6, 10:52
Match Analysis: Manchester United 0-1 Sunderland
Sports Mole looks back over Sunderland's 1-0 victory away at Manchester United.
May 3, 17:37
Sunderland on brink of Premier League survival with shock Manchester United win
Sunderland ensure their Premier League survival with a 1-0 victory away at Manchester United.
May 3, 16:55
Half-Time Report: Sebastian Larsson fires Sunderland into shock lead
Sebastian Larsson fires Sunderland into a shock 1-0 half-time lead at Manchester United.
May 3, 15:47
Preview: Manchester United vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole previews the Premier League clash between Man United and Sunderland at Old Trafford as Ryan Giggs continues his interim reign as Red Devils manager.
May 1, 18:50
Team News: Phil Bardsley only on Sunderland bench for Cardiff City showdown
Gus Poyet leaves Phil Bardsley, available again after suspension, on the bench for Sunderland's huge bottom-of-the-table showdown with Cardiff, who make one change.
Apr 27, 11:36
John O'Shea wants Sunderland consistency
John O'Shea warns Sunderland that their 2-1 win over Chelsea on Saturday will count for little unless they beat the teams around them.
Apr 19, 20:25
Manchester United's top five Premier League Goodison Park wins
Ahead of their trip to Goodison Park tomorrow, Sports Mole picks out five of Manchester United's best away wins over Everton in the Premier League.
Apr 19, 12:22
Samir Nasri rescues draw for Manchester City
Samir Nasri scores late on to seal a 2-2 draw for Manchester City in their Premier League match with Sunderland at the Etihad Stadium.
Apr 16, 21:42
