Sky Sports pundit Stephen Warnock believes Liverpool goalkeeper Adrian needs more protection from the defence during the second leg of the Champions League round of 16 tie against Atletico Madrid. The Reds succumbed to a 1-0 defeat during the away leg at the Wanda Metropolitano last month where they failed to manage a single shot … Read more »
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EFL pundit believes Sunderland should not consider sacking Phil Parkinson
EFL pundit Keith Andrews believes it would be a ridiculous decision for Sunderland to part ways with Phil Parkinson at the current point of time. The former Bolton Wanderers boss was recruited by the Black Cats in mid-October and he has not changed the club’s fortunes with just two wins from 11 matches in all … Read more »
Sunderland legend Kevin Phillips open to managing the Black Cats
Sunderland legend Kevin Philipps has said that he would be open to taking the step in management with the Black Cats. The 46-year-old had six goal-laden seasons with the Wearside outfit between 1997 and 2003 but he has not got the chance to represent the League One club in a managerial capacity to date. Speaking … Read more »
Jack Ross praises Chris Maguire after hat-trick against Wimbledon
Sunderland manager Jack Ross has praised the showing of Chris Maguire during the League One clash against Wimbledon. The Black Cats continued their unbeaten start to the season with a 3-1 triumph over Wimbledon at the Stadium of Light and Maguire was the leading performer with his maiden hat-trick for the club. Following the game, … Read more »
Jordan Willis explains reason behind Sunderland move
Jordan Willis has revealed that manager Jack Ross played a key role in luring him to Sunderland this summer. The 24-year-old’s deal with Coventry City expired at the end of the previous season and he had been offered the chance to head to the Championship with either Bristol City or newly-promoted Luton Town. However, he … Read more »
Jack Ross focused on Sunderland amid speculation over Scotland job
Sunderland manager Jack Ross has indicated that he is focused on the job at hand with Sunderland amid the recent speculation linking him with the Scotland managerial role. Scotland recently axed Alex McLeish from the head coach position after a disappointing start to the Euro 2020 qualifiers and Ross has been identified as one of … Read more »
Jack Ross reveals delight after Sunderland’s comeback triumph over Rochdale
Sunderland manager Jack Ross has spoken about the character and desire of the Black Cats squad after they came from behind to register a 2-1 win over Rochdale on the road. An Ian Henderson goal handed an early advantage for struggling Rochdale but the Black Cats managed to make a terrific second half comeback with … Read more »
Will Grigg hopes former club Walsall can beat the League One drop
Sunderland striker Will Grigg has said that he has been keeping a close eye on the proceedings of former club Walsall, who are currently battling relegation in League One. The Northern Irishman recently faced his former club at the Stadium of Light where he netted the winner in a 2-1 win for the Black Cats. … Read more »
Jack Ross on team ahead of the match
Sunderland manager Jack Ross has revealed that there are several players that are doubtful for the game against Gillingham. He said that Duncan Watmore, as well as Kaz Sterling, are among several players that can be missing the match. Duncan Watmore has only been back just recently after spending two years away due to injury. … Read more »
Grant Leadbitter makes comeback with Sunderland
Experienced midfielder Grant Leadbitter has returned to boyhood club Sunderland after ending his six-and-a-half association with Middlesbrough. The 33-year-old has been essential towards Boro’s success in the past few seasons but he has taken up the challenge after finding first-team chances hard to come by. Still, the veteran had the choice to make the switch … Read more »