Sam Allardyce eager to repeat history in Tyne-Wear derby
Sam Allardyce is hopeful he can continue a recent run which has seen new Sunderland managers enjoy success over Newcastle United.
Oct 23, 22:22
Next Sunderland manager: Five contenders
Sports Mole takes a look at five managers that are reportedly in the running for the Sunderland job.
Oct 8, 16:34
Preview: Rotherham United vs. Burnley
Sports Mole provides the lowdown ahead of Friday night's Championship encounter between Rotherham United and Burnley.
Oct 1, 10:38
Rotherham United turn down Paolo Di Canio?
Rotherham United turned down the chance to appoint Paolo Di Canio as their next manager, according to a report.
Sep 30, 10:51
Preview: Leicester City vs. Sunderland
Sports Mole takes a closer look at both sides ahead of Saturday's Premier League clash between Leicester City and Sunderland.
Aug 6, 17:07
John O'Shea: 'Sunderland board needs to learn from past mistakes'
John O'Shea calls on Sunderland's board members to take responsibility for the club's past failures.
Jun 22, 07:55
Dick Advocaat: 'Tyne-Wear derby like a cup final'
Sunderland manager Dick Advocaat describes their Tyne-Wear derby against Newcastle United as a 'cup final'.
Apr 4, 14:53
John Carver eyeing derby revenge against Sunderland
Newcastle United boss John Carver is determined to avenge his side's recent derby defeats to Sunderland after being infuriated by Paolo Di Canio's celebration in 2013.
Apr 4, 04:53
On this day: Paolo Di Canio scores Goal of the Season
Fifteen years ago today, Paolo Di Canio scored a memorable volley as West Ham United recorded a 2-1 win over Wimbledon.
Mar 26, 08:00
Overview: Gus Poyet's 17-month reign at Sunderland
Sports Mole takes a look back at the reign of Gus Poyet at Sunderland following his sacking after 17 months in charge of the club
Mar 16, 16:14
Paolo Di Canio: 'Ellis Short is to blame'
Former Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio blames owner Ellis Short for the club's current plight.
Mar 16, 10:12
On this day: West Ham United, Bradford City play out nine-goal epic
On this day in 2000, West Ham United edged out Bradford City in a nine-goal thriller at Upton Park.
Feb 12, 10:07
Report: Sunderland to send Charis Mavrias on loan to Panathinaikos
Sunderland winger Charis Mavrias is poised to go on loan to Panathinaikos, according to reports.
Jan 31, 22:20
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
Gus Poyet: 'Tyne-Wear derby biggest game of season'
Gus Poyet calls on Sunderland to show their fans that they "do really care" against Newcastle in the Tyne-Wear derby - the "biggest game of the season" for both sides.
Dec 21, 13:34
Gus Poyet: 'I am not Sunderland's manager'
Gus Poyet appears to criticise Sunderland's transfer policy by claiming that he is not the manager of the club, preferring instead to be known as the "head coach".
Dec 18, 20:18
Steve Lomas: 'Adel Taarabt needs to look at himself'
Former Queens Park Rangers midfielder Steve Lomas believes that Harry Redknapp was right to question Adel Taarabt's commitment to the club.
Oct 21, 10:58
Roberto De Fanti hits back at Paolo Di Canio
Former Sunderland director of football Roberto De Fanti feels that Paolo Di Canio has blamed everyone but himself for his failure at the Black Cats.
Oct 20, 03:36
Paolo Di Canio blames Roberto De Fanti for Sunderland sacking
Paolo Di Canio blames his Sunderland sacking on the club's recruitment during the summer of 2013 as he points the finger at former director of football Roberto De Fanti.
Oct 20, 02:16
Bolton Wanderers close to Neil Lennon appointment?
Former Celtic boss Neil Lennon is reportedly closing in on being named the new manager of Championship side Bolton Wanderers.
Oct 12, 12:47
Report: Paolo Di Canio puts himself forward for Bolton Wanderers job
Former Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio has reportedly applied for the vacant post at Championship side Bolton Wanderers.
Oct 8, 14:43
Lee Cattermole: Gus Poyet "changed my game"
Lee Cattermole explains how Gus Poyet helped the midfielder change his game at Sunderland.
Oct 4, 14:57
On this day: Sheffield Wednesday's Italian duo down Everton
Seventeen years ago today, goals from the Italian pairing of Benito Carbone and Paolo Di Canio helped Sheffield Wednesday to beat Everton.
Oct 4, 10:09
Lee Cattermole confident ahead of new season
Sunderland midfielder Lee Cattermole says that he is feeling "great" after a difficult summer last year.
Aug 2, 15:15
Report: Alfred N'Diaye nears Real Betis move
A report in Spain says that Sunderland are willing to let Alfred N'Diaye sign for Real Betis.
Jul 15, 16:40
Paolo Di Canio expects England to miss out on knockout stages
Paolo Di Canio believes that England do not have enough strength in depth to reach the World Cup knockout stages.
Jun 7, 04:42
Sunderland to offer new contract to manager Gus Poyet?
Sunderland are reportedly preparing to offer Gus Poyet a new contract at the Stadium of Light.
May 28, 11:31
Agent: 'Paolo Di Canio keen on Celtic job'
The agent of Paolo Di Canio claims that the Italian is keen on taking the managerial vacancy at Celtic.
May 26, 11:38
Report: Phil Bardsley undergoes medical with Stoke City
Sunderland defender Phil Bardsley reportedly undergoes a medical with Stoke City ahead of a potential summer move.
May 22, 17:47
Paolo Di Canio pleased with Sunderland survival
Former Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio admits that he is pleased to see the club stay in the Premier League.
May 20, 11:05
The Sports Mole team's Premier League awards
The Sports Mole team react to the end of the Premier League season by dishing out a selection of awards.
May 12, 16:10
Adam Johnson pleased with Sunderland's season
Sunderland winger Adam Johnson believes that there is a lot to be happy about from his side's season as they avoided relegation from the Premier League.
May 12, 02:58
West Ham United interested in Sunderland's Phil Bardsley?
West Ham United are reportedly interested in signing Sunderland defender Phil Bardsley on a free transfer in the summer.
Apr 9, 10:36
John O'Shea: 'We can repeat heroics to avoid relegation'
John O'Shea believes that Sunderland can repeat last season's heroics to avoid relegation.
Apr 5, 16:08
Top five football manager rants
As Tim Sherwood pulled no punches after Tottenham Hotspur's 4-0 loss at Chelsea, here are five other managers who have ranted on camera.
Mar 9, 10:57
On this day: Nicky Barmby hat-trick downs West Ham United
Back on this day in 2000, three goals from Nicky Barmby help ease Everton to victory away at West Ham United.
Feb 26, 10:06
Top five Premier League Tyne-Wear derbies
Following Sunderland's memorable 3-0 win over Newcastle at St James' Park yesterday, Sports Mole looks back on five of the best Tyne-Wear derbies in the Premier League.
Feb 2, 10:52
On this day: West Ham United end Old Trafford hoodoo
Back on this day in 2001, Paolo Di Canio scored the only goal of the game as West Ham United beat Manchester United at Old Trafford for the first time since 1986.
Jan 28, 09:57
Sunderland 'disappointed' by Paolo Di Canio remarks
Sunderland express their disappointment in relation to recent comments made by their former manager Paolo Di Canio.
Jan 27, 16:20
Top five Italians to play in the Premier League
Following the transfers of Marco Borriello and Antonio Nocerino to West Ham United, Sports Mole picks out the top five Italians to have played in the Premier League.
Jan 27, 11:46
