Sunderland
# sunderland - Thursday 16 May, 2013
Di Canio: I will decide when Sunderland’s holidays start
The players will be back training next week he says and he doesn’t care who has flights booked to Ibiza.
# sunderland - Wednesday 17 April, 2013
So it turns out the Newcastle fan who punched a horse is an animal lover
The unemployed factory worker has apologised for his actions at the weekend.
# sunderland - Monday 15 April, 2013
‘I saw her face before kick-off’ — Paulo Di Canio dedicates victory to late mother
Sunderland boosted their hopes with a stunning 3-0 against fierce rivals Newcastle yesterday.
# sunderland - Sunday 14 April, 2013
VIDEO: Newcastle fan punches a police horse after the Tyne-Wear derby
Animal cruelty in the Premier League… what is the world coming to?
WATCH: Vaughan strike completes derby delight for Sunderland
Stephane Sessegnon and Adam Johnson were also on the scoresheet as Sunderland won 3-0.
# sunderland - Friday 12 April, 2013
Paolo Di Canio not fazed by fans’ chanting
The police have warned against fans gesturing distastefully towards the new Black Cats manager.
# sunderland - Sunday 7 April, 2013
Di Canio plans to whip Sunderland into shape
The former Lazio and West Ham forward has been disappointed with his squad’s fitness since arriving at the Stadium of Light.
VIDEO: Di Canio out of luck as Chelsea down Sunderland, last-gasp Newcastle beat Fulham
John O’Shea’s deflected header had given his side the lead.
# sunderland - Saturday 6 April, 2013
John Terry on Paul Di Canio: He’s a good lad
After a week in which he had to defend his beliefs, the new Sunderland boss had the Chelsea skipper emerge as a character witness.
# sunderland - Friday 5 April, 2013
Martin O’Neill hits back after Sunderland exit
As Paulo di Canio prepares for his first game in the hotseat, the Irishman says he would have kept up the Black Cats.
# sunderland - Wednesday 3 April, 2013
I don’t support fascism, says new Sunderland boss Paulo Di Canio
The Italian has been under intense pressure since the resignation of high-profile club official, David Miliband.
# sunderland - Tuesday 2 April, 2013
‘I’m not in the House of Parliament’ – Di Canio wants to talk about football, not politics
The Italian was unveiled as Sunderland manager this morning.
# sunderland - Monday 1 April, 2013
Update: ‘I am not racist,’ insists new Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio
The Italian’s arrival at the Stadium of Light has already stirred controversy due to his far right-wing politics.
11 reasons why Paolo Di Canio will make the Premier League a more interesting place
The controversial Italian was yesterday confirmed as Sunderland’s new manager.
# sunderland - Sunday 31 March, 2013
Paolo Di Canio named as new Sunderland manager
The 44-year-old Italian will take charge of the Black Cats from Monday.
Di Canio set for talks with Sunderland – reports
The former Swindon Town boss is being lined up to replace Martin O’Neill according to a number of reports.
Reaction: Pundits perplexed by ‘bizarre’ O’Neill sacking
Steve Coppell believes the decision was made as a result of a “personal confrontation”.
# sunderland - Saturday 30 March, 2013
Black Cat scratched: Sunderland ‘part company’ with Martin O’Neill
‘They must have somebody in place if they are going to sack him’ said former Ireland and Sunderland defender Kenny Cunningham.
5 things we learned from the Premier League today
Michael Carrick put in a big performance, while Chelsea did the opposite, plus more thoughts from the day’s action.
Manchester United edge Sunderland to move 18 points clear
The visitors took the lead in the 27th minute when Robin van Persie’s drilled cross was turned in by Titus Bramble.
As it happened: Sunderland v Manchester United, Premier League
Man United took on Sunderland, as they looked to consolidate their title bid.
VIDEO: Double deflection helps Manchester United into lead over Sunderland
Robin van Persie can’t claim this, can he?
Nelson Mandela ‘comfortable and responding to treatment’
The former SA president is now breathing without difficulty.
# sunderland - Sunday 17 March, 2013
Ten-men Norwich hold Sunderland at Stadium of Light
Wes Hoolahan was on the scoresheet just minutes before being hauled off and replaced by Norwich’s third-choice goalkeeper.
Wes Hoolahan celebrates St Patrick’s Day by putting Norwich into the lead
It’s 1-1 between Sunderland and Norwich at half-time in the Stadium of Light.
# sunderland - Saturday 9 March, 2013
Premier League: Rs stage comeback, own-goal hands Baggies victory
Harry Redknapp’s men closed the gap on the Reading and Wigan while Swansea suffered defeat.
# sunderland - Tuesday 19 February, 2013
One for the future: Sunderland sign Irish goalkeeper James Talbot
The FAI Schoolboy Player of the Year is “over the moon” about joining the Black Cats this summer.
# sunderland - Saturday 9 February, 2013
As they happened: Premier League, 3pm kick-offs
Chelsea and Arsenal were both in action on a busy Saturday afternoon. Here’s how they got on…
Martin O’Neill: ‘Is James McClean maturing? No.’
The Sunderland boss has criticised the Ireland winger’s decision to start using Twitter again.
# sunderland - Saturday 19 January, 2013
As they happened: Premier League 3pm kick-offs
Liverpool and Manchester City were just two of the sides in action this afternoon. Off we went…
# sunderland - Tuesday 15 January, 2013
FA Cup round-up: Walters bounces back with a double (for his own team)
The Irish striker helped Stoke progress past Crystal Palace after extra-time at the Britannia Stadium.
# sunderland - Saturday 12 January, 2013
As it happened: The Premier League 3pms
We went minute-by-minute for Chelsea versus Stoke City and six other games taking place this afternoon.
# sunderland - Tuesday 8 January, 2013
The Departures Lounge: Chelsea could lose out to City on Taison deal
We round up the best of this afternoon’s transfer tid-bits.
# sunderland - Thursday 3 January, 2013
Luis Suarez gets 784 points in Fantasy Football after technical glitch
The error was later rectified and the Uruguayan was awarded a meagre but respectable total.
# sunderland - Sunday 30 December, 2012
O’Neill keen on Cahill loan for Sunderland
The Sunderland manager is keen to boost his squad during the January transfer window.
# sunderland - Saturday 29 December, 2012
Simulation row: Villas Boas defends ‘persecuted’ Bale
The Portuguese manager lamented the loss of his star player for the New Year’s Day clash with Reading.
Poll: Did Gareth Bale dive again?
The Spurs winger is again embroiled in ‘simulation’ controversy this afternoon.
As it happened: Sunderland v Tottenham, Premier League
The Black Cats host AVB’s side in the early kick-off at the Stadium of Light.
# sunderland - Wednesday 26 December, 2012
As it happened: Premier League 3pms
The league’s top three all played on a busy St Stephens’ Day.
# sunderland - Friday 21 December, 2012
David Meyler to be recalled early by Sunderland
The Irish midfielder has scored twice in a brief loan spell with Hull City.


























































