Sunderland

Sam Allardyce hails Black Cats after ‘enormous’ win

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce was full of praise for his team after they secured a crucial 4-2 win at Swansea on Wednesday night. A hat-trick from Jermain Defoe and a rare goal from Patrick van...

Black Cats urged to strike first

Manager Sam Allardyce feels Sunderland must score the first goal if they are to claim the spoils in Wednesday's big Premier League clash with Swansea. The Black Cats head into the Liberty Stadium...

Yann M’Vila: Festive fixtures a challenge

Sunderland midfielder Yann M'Vila admits the hectic fixture list over Christmas was a shock to his system and his physical abilities have been pushed to the limit. The France international joined the...

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce bemoans fixture pile-up

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce has criticised the Premier League for scheduling a round of fixtures just days after clubs compete in the third round of the FA Cup. The Black Cats will begin their...

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce calls for Jermain Defoe support

Sam Allardyce says Jermain Defoe is capable of scoring the goals that will help Sunderland avoid relegation this season. The Black Cats boss also believes the former England frontman is capable of...

Sunderland 3-1 Aston Villa: Sam Allardyce not getting carried away

Sam Allardyce has told hisSunderland players not to get carried away despite beating relegation rivals Aston Villa 3-1 on Saturday. After initially showing signs of improvement following Allardyce's...

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce prioritises new defender

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce has revealed that his main priority in the January transfer window is to sign a new defender. The Black Cats are currently second from bottom of the Premier League table and...

Everyone getting their chance, says Sunderland boss

Sam Allardyce says there are no players at Sunderland that have not had a chance to shine in the first team. The Black Cats boss says he is now facing some big decisions regarding who he keeps hold of and...

Sam Allardyce: Jack Rodwell must show more control

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce believes Jack Rodwell must show more discipline during matches after the midfielder picked up his fifth booking of the season against Chelsea. The England international...

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce worried by points deficit

Sunderland boss Sam Allardyce says he is growing increasingly concerned by the gap between his side and safety. The Black Cats are currently second from bottom of the Premier League, with Saturday's...

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