OPINION!
Passionate opinions straight from the hearts of die-hard Sunderland supporters.
Decent Days & Nights: Why it couldn’t be better to be a Sunderland fan right now
Back-to-back 3-1 wins away from home have got the Sunderland hype machine guzzling gas - long may it continue!
Barnesy’s Blog: Jack Clarke is simply unplayable!
"There’s no question that Sunderland are a work in progress, but a work that is engrossing, enjoyable and exhilarating to watch grow," writes BBC’s Sunderland match commentator Nick Barnes.
Talking Points: 15 goals, 7 games - was all the fuss about Sunderland signing a striker for nothing?
We run over the key Talking Points from the Blackburn win, with Jack Clarke’s form, "Mr Consistent" Dan Neil, Ballard’s defending, and whether we actually need a striker all on the agenda!
ITHICS Fanzine: It’s a joy to watch a Sunderland side with so much attacking intent
"During our long decline in the late 2010s I sometimes wondered why I had traveled so far and why I should leave the pub. Now I can’t wait to get in the ground and see what the lads have to offer," writes Mark Egan.
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Sunderland AFC of 2023 is a potent mixture of exciting talent and immense team spirit
Saturday highlighted the togetherness of our squad and their ability to adapt when things get tricky.
No room for sentiment with Mowbray
By keeping faith with Ba, and introducing Burstow and Aouchiche on Saturday, Tony Mowbray has upped the ante for the entire squad.
A View From The Away End: What it was like for a Lads fan at Loftus Road
One lad outside Millers had clearly gone too hard on the train cans, and threw up what looked like pure Strongbow Dark Fruits into the street. Maybe that was a good – if weird – omen for the match to follow.
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Abdoullah Ba vs Patrick Roberts: Sunderland’s right wing dilemma!
Despite the proven quality of Roberts, Abdoullah Ba is really giving Tony Mowbray something to think about.
Alex Pritchard has proven himself once again
Alex Pritchard remains a crucial part of this Sunderland team, and his performance on Saturday proved that.
Analysing Tony Mowbray’s in-game management against The Rs
Some smart substitutions and tactical tweaks helped the Lads to overturn a 1-0 deficit on Saturday. How much credit does Mogga deserve for how he handled it?
Editorial: Don’t worry about a thing... cos every little thing is gonna be alright
When you can see what the road ahead looks like for Sunderland, it makes being a supporter an absolute joy. Win or lose, we’re going to be alright.
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Talking Points: Desire and determination wins the day as Sunderland beat QPR
Despite falling behind against Gareth Ainsworth’s team, the Lads rallied in the second half and secured a 3-1 victory in West London. Phil West looks at the day’s main stories
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Leaders of the Pack: Bradley Dack
Mike Stubbs looks at the leaders we still have who might help Sunderland’s exciting but inexperienced prospects cope with the ups and downs of a Championship season. Today - Bradley Dack.
Has the present transfer system historically worked for Sunderland?
Were things better in the days before transfer windows and Financial Fair Play for clubs like Sunderland?
Will Sunderland have to change the way we play to accommodate our new forwards?
Will Tony Mowbray have to alter his system in order to keep everyone happy, in the wake of signing a raft of new forwards?
“The Model” - Brighton fanzine gives insight into how a well-run football club operates
Brighton are a shining example of how a well-run club operates, and with Sunderland hoping to follow in their footsteps we thought we should pick the brains of a fan who has seen his club develop in front of his eyes...
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Leaders of the Pack: Dan Neil
Mike Stubbs looks at the leaders we still have who might help Sunderland’s exciting but inexperienced prospects cope with the ups and downs of a Championship season. Today - Dan Neil.
Is this the best Sunderland’s squad depth has been in recent history?
Despite noise, negativity and panic surrounding them it appears those in charge of Sunderland’s recruitment know what they’re doing. Have they earned our trust for building the squad Tony Mowbray has at his disposal?
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A switch to Sunderland could literally be a life-changing opportunity for Nazariy Rusyn
Rusyn’s arrival on Wearside has been a long time coming, but the club have persisted and it shows exactly how keen we’ve been to bring him to Sunderland.
Leaders of the pack: Dan Ballard
Mike Stubbs looks at the leaders we still have who might help Sunderland’s exciting but inexperienced prospects cope with the ups and downs of a Championship season. Today, Dan Ballard.
Leaders of the pack: Luke O’Nien
Mike Stubbs looks at the leaders we still have who might help Sunderland’s exciting but inexperienced prospects cope with the ups and downs of a Championship season. Today - Luke O’Nien.
What have Sunderland got to look forward to in September?
After the first international break of the season, we take a look at what’s still to come for the Lads in September - will we capitalise on that cracking result v Southampton?
Leaders of the pack: Corry Evans
Mike Stubbs takes a look at the leaders we still have who might help Sunderland’s exciting but inexperienced prospects cope with the ups and downs of a Championship season. Today - Corry Evans.
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Patrick Roberts is Sunderland’s first choice, but Abdoullah Ba is an exciting alternative!
Fresh from an excellent performance against Southampton, Ba has offered hope that we won’t be overly reliant on Roberts and that he can step into the breach on the right wing when needed.
Editorial: Does anyone actually enjoy the international break?!
It’s a fortnight of just hoping the lads on international duty come back without injury, but on the other hand, it’s been a chance for the new lads to settle in and for others to get closer to full fitness.
Saints Sunk, Deadline Day Deals & French Revolution: There’s lots to be cheerful about at SAFC!
It’s fair to say that any clouds hanging over the Stadium of Light after the first two league games of the season have not only lifted but been replaced by beaming sunshine and the odd metaphorical rainbow.
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Does Jack Clarke receive the credit that he deserves?
After a summer of speculation, Jack Clarke remains a Sunderland player, and after an excellent 2022/2023 campaign, is there even more to come from our flying winger this season?
Reader’s Corner: How well prepared are Sunderland as the summer window finally slams shut?
RR reader Andrew Hall analyses Sunderland’s summer transfer business now that the dust has settled. Are we well-equipped for the season ahead?
Sunderland AFC: A team of canny lads
Sunderland’s team morale is at what feels like an all-time high, and our young squad continues to do themselves and us fans proud.
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Was the summer of 2023 Sunderland’s best window of our new model?
As the dust settles on another transfer window, Sunderland have doubled down on prioritizing the recruitment of the best young talent available
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What did we learn from Kristjaan Speakman’s latest interview?
Sunderland’s sporting director provided an update as we reflect on the summer transfer window. Dan Harrison looks at what he had to say...
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Pierre Ekwah: 100% baller
Sunderland ran riot against Southampton on Saturday, and in a team of 5 star performances one man was a cut above