On This Day (13 August 2005): Mick’s Luck Runs Out As Ex-Transfer Target Nets A Double

Twenty-one years ago, Sunderland returned to the Premier League with spirits high — but it didn’t take long for the early-season optimism to evaporate…

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Sunderland’s Togetherness Can Carry Us Into Another Big Season

After a remarkable first Premier League season, has Sunderland’s togetherness given us enough reason to believe another historic campaign could be on the way?

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What Can Sunderland Fans Expect From VAR This Season?

Has VAR become too involved in football? With its use evolving, could the Premier League learn from rugby and find a better balance?

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Why Sunderland’s Pundit Predictions Are Getting Boringly Predictable

Europe, a quiet transfer window and last season’s success have made Sunderland an easy target - but have the so-called experts learned nothing?

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Fan Letters: Sancho, Ticketing and Sunderland Memories

From a lifelong Sunderland supporter in Florida to concerns over ticketing and the prospect of Jadon Sancho - what’s on the minds of the Lads’ fans?

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Why It’s Great To Be A Mackem: Celebrating Our Proud Identity!

No matter how far away you are from Sunderland, you can always return, and this place will always be home.

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On This Day (12th Aug 1967): A 3-3 Thriller — Sunderland’s Pre-Season Promise

Could Sunderland’s thrilling draw at Hull have been a sign of better things to come? Goals, new faces and attacking flair offered plenty of pre-season optimism.

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Chris Rigg: A Homegrown Talent Shining Brightly

Rigg is right where he should be, and how far he eventually progresses in the game is entirely down to him!

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Why Wilson Isidor Could Be Sunderland’s European Wildcard

Could Wilson Isidor become one of Sunderland’s key men this season? With Europe on the horizon, the striker has a huge opportunity to make his mark.

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2026/27 Pre-Season Predictions: Which Sunderland Youngsters Could Shine?

In part one, our writers have their say on which red and white prodigies could make their mark this season!

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Lens Away: A European Taste of What’s to Come

With European away days finally on the horizon, one Sunderland supporter’s trip to Lens offered a glimpse of the football, culture and chaos still to come.

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Goodbye, Patto: A Sunderland Lad Who Got Us Back

After 169 appearances and two Wembley triumphs, Anthony Patterson looks set to leave Sunderland. But how should we remember one of our own?

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Clearing The Decks: Views On Sunderland’s Summer Revamp

With several fringe players set to leave the club, what does it tell us about the plans for the coming season?

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Sunderland Are Well-Placed To Kick On Once Again

With Régis Le Bris predicting 55 games and Sunderland’s squad already stronger than a year ago, could the club be targeting far more than Premier League survival?

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On This Day (11 August 1999): 1950s Sunderland Hotshot Dickie Davis Passes Away

A prolific scorer at Roker Park, Davis made a huge impact during his time in red and white!

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Editorial: One More to Go — Are Sunderland Ready for the Big Kick-Off?

From an Elvis-inspired kit to World Cup stars and another Trophy campaign, Sunderland’s momentum shows no sign of slowing!

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Sunderland’s Quiet Window: Patience or Cause for Concern?

With the new season fast approaching, has Sunderland’s surprisingly quiet transfer window become a concern - or is there still plenty of time for Ghisolfi to deliver?

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Lens Away: A Weekend to Remember for the Sunderland Supporters

From stolen flags and Guinness to 1,500 travelling supporters, one Sunderland fan discovers that the European adventure is about far more than football.

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Why Luke O’Nien Represents the New Sunderland

From an uncertain arrival to one of Sunderland’s most respected leaders, Luke O’Nien’s journey reflects the changing culture and ambition of the club.

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On This Day (10th August 1992): Sunderland Midfielder Wanted By Little’s Leicester

Sunderland were waiting for confirmation on whether Roker Park would lose its standing application.

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Matchday Musings: Fun In The Sun As The Lads See Off Lens!

A convincing win in France that’ll hopefully ease transfer worries and remind us to enjoy how great this side is!

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On This Day (9 Aug 1950): When Tommy Wright Nearly Walked Away from Sunderland

After an excellent first season at Roker Park, Tommy Wright shocked Sunderland by refusing to return. What made the prolific forward consider walking away?

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2 Up, 2 Down: Sunderland See Off Lens In A Lively Friendly!

What did Sunderland’s 2-0 win over Lens tell us about the squad? From Meunier’s debut to Rigg’s continued rise, there were plenty of positives.

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