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FAN FOCUS!

Before each and every Sunderland game we interview an opposition fan to catch up and get the latest crack on goings on at their club.

Fan Focus: Cardiff fan Tomas gives us the lowdown on what Sunderland can expect

Ahead of Sunderland’s match with Cardiff, we spoke to Bluebirds fan Tomas who gave us the lowdown on Erol Bulut’s new-look side. Who should we be wary of?

Fan Focus: Rovers fan Daniel feels it was “the right time” for Bradley Deck to join Sunderland

Ahead of our clash with Blackburn tonight, we spoke to Daniel Ainsworth of Rovers Chat to get the lowdown on John Dahl Tomasson’s side.

Fan Focus: Queens Park Rangers fan Ben is backing Gareth Ainsworth’s side to beat Sunderland!

Ahead of Sunderland’s match today, we spoke to QPR fan Ben of the W12 Podcast to find out how Gareth Ainsworth has got on in charge! Who should we be wary of?

Lasses Fan Focus: Can we stop The Saints from marching on? Southampton fan Shannon lets us know

Ahead of today’s game, we spoke to Southampton FC Women’s fan Shannon Stephen. What can Sunderland Women expect when they take on the rampant and undefeated Saints?

Lasses Fan Focus: Blades fan John gives us the lowdown on SAFC Women’s opponents today

After both Sunderland Women and Sheffield United Women opened up their 23/24 season accounts with a draw, we spoke with Blades fan John Slingsby to see how he feels about the upcoming fixture

Fan Focus: What can Sunderland expect when they face Southampton today?

We spoke to Southampton fan Ben of the Total Saints Podcast to find out more about Sunderland’s opponents today. Who should we be wary of?

Fan Focus: Coventry fan James is backing ex-Sunderland striker Ellis Simms to score the winner!

Ahead of Sunderland’s away trip today, we spoke to Coventry fan James Crossan to get the lowdown on Mark Robins’ side - who should we be wary of?

Fan Focus: Rotherham fan Will is backing Sunderland to secure our first win of the season today

Uh oh... we spoke to Rotherham fan Will Daniels ahead of today’s game - and he’s backing Sunderland to win over his team, who have the worst away record in the league.

Fan Focus: Preston fan Oliver gives us the inside track on Sunderland’s opponents

We spoke to Preston fan Oliver Dawes of the Deepdale Digest to find out more about Sunderland’s opponents today. What can we expect from Ryan Lowe’s side?

Fan Focus: Crewe fan Steve is predicting goals galore in their Carabao Cup tie with Sunderland!

Ahead of Sunderland’s Carabao Cup round one tie, we spoke to Crewe fan Steve Hatton of The Railwaymen Podcast. What can we expect from the League Two side?

Fan Focus: What can Sunderland expect from Championship new boys Ipswich?

We spoke to Ipswich fan Rich Woodward from The Blue Monday Podcast to find out more about Sunderland’s opponents - and he’s pretty confident about their chances this season!

Fan Focus: Hartlepool writer Joe gives us the lowdown on Sunderland’s final pre-season opponents

We sat down for a chat with Hartlepool Mail writer Joe Ramage ahead of Sunderland’s final pre-season match to get the lowdown on John Askey’s side. Who should we be wary of?

Fan Focus: Real Mallorca fan Paul reveals the danger men for Sunderland’s Spanish opponents!

We spoke to Real Mallorca fan Paul McGarraghy ahead of Sunderland's pre-season friendly at the Stadium of Light today to find out more about our opponents!

Fan Focus: Sunderland fan & New Mexico commentator Chris gives us the lowdown on our opponents!

We spoke to Sunderland fan & New Mexico United commentator Chris Hurst ahead of tonight’s match to get the lowdown on our opponents, and to find out what it’s like having a foot in both camps...

Fan Focus: San Antonio podcaster Royce gives us the lowdown on the USL Championship champions!

Ahead of the first of Sunderland’s three games in America, we spoke to San Antonio fan Royce Alvarez of the San Antonio Fancast to learn more about their team! Which players should we look out for?

Fan Focus: South Shields fan Charlo thinks Julio Arca & Tommy Miller are a good blend for success!

Ahead of Sunderland’s opening pre-season friendly, Matty spoke to Charlo of Up The Mariners to find out what we can expect from Julio Arca’s team - who should we look out for?

Fan Focus: Gateshead fan David says ex-Newcastle defender Mike Williamson “has been a revelation”

Ahead of Sunderland’s doubleheader tomorrow, Matty spoke to Gateshead fan David from The Heed Army Podcast to discuss life under Mike Williamson. Which players should we be wary of?

Fan Focus: Luton fan Ian is predicting a fifth consecutive 1-1 draw between his side & Sunderland!

We caught up with Ian from the We Are Luton Town fan page ahead of today’s massive game in the Championship playoffs. What can Sunderland expect from Rob Edwards’ side?

Fan Focus: Preston fan Oliver gives us the lowdown on Sunderland’s opponents today!

We caught up with Preston fan Oliver Dawes of Deepdale Digest for a chat ahead of Sunderland’s trip to the north west today. What can we expect from a team with nothing but pride left to play for?

Fan Focus: Watford fan Mike claims he’s never seen a more disinterested group of Watford players!

We spoke to Watford fan Mike Parkin of The From The Rookery End Podcast ahead of today’s game to chat about what Sunderland can expect from Chris Wilder’s struggling side. Which players should we be wary of?

Fan Focus: West Brom fan Andy gives us the lowdown on Sunderland’s opponents today!

We spoke to West Brom fan Andy Caulton ahead of Sunderland’s game today to find out more about Carlos Corberan’s side. Which West Brom players should we be wary of?

Fan Focus: Huddersfield fan Matt credits Neil Warnock’s man management for their improved form!

Ahead of Sunderland’s match tonight, Matty spoke to Huddersfield fan Matt Shaw of the And He Takes That Chance Podcast to discuss life under Neil Warnock. Which of their players should we be wary of?

Fan Focus: Birmingham fan Adam says that he would like to see Dion Sanderson join permanently!

We spoke to Birmingham fan Adam Dee of the Blues Focus Podcast, ahead of today’s game to find out more about what Birmingham have to offer! Which players should Sunderland be wary of?

Fan Focus: Cardiff fan Alex says ex-Sunderland striker Connor Wickham has been a decent signing!

Ahead of Sunderland’s away trip to Cardiff, Matty spoke to writer Alex Wallace to discuss their survival hunt under Sabri Lamouchi. Which Cardiff players should Sunderland be wary of?

Fan Focus: Burnley fan Vizeh says “new life has been breathed back in” under Vincent Kompany!

Ahead of tonight’s match we spoke to Burnley fan Vizeh to find out which factors are behind their success this season under Vincent Kompany. Which players should Sunderland be wary of?

Lasses Fan Focus: We speak to John Slingsby about Sheffield United Women ahead of today’s game

After Sunderland men played against Sheffield United midweek, it’s time for our lasses to face the Blades at Eppleton. But how does fan John Slingsby feel about the fixture?

Fan Focus: Luton fan Ian says that new boss Rob Edwards has really lifted their promotion push!

We spoke to Ian Robertson of the We Are Luton Town fan page ahead of today’s game to discuss their fantastic form under new boss Rob Edwards. Which of their players should Sunderland be wary of?

Fan Focus: Sheffield United fan Callum gives us the lowdown on Sunderland’s opponents tonight

We spoke to Blades fan Callum Cheswick ahead of tonight’s game to discuss their dip in form. Is tonight the perfect time to play them, or will they spring a surprise on Sunderland?

Fan Focus: Stoke fan Daniel was surprised to see Alex Neil walk away from Sunderland in August!

We chatted to Stoke fan Daniel Buxton of the Every Step Along The Way Podcast ahead of today’s game to find out more about what the Potters have to offer. What can Sunderland expect from Alex Neil and his side?

Fan Focus: Coventry fan James says Callum Doyle has definitely stepped up to Championship level!

Ahead of today’s match we spoke to Coventry fan James to find out more about how the Sky Blues are getting on - and to find out how ex-Mackem Callum Doyle is doing. Should we be wary of Mark Robins’ side?

Fan Focus: What can Sunderland expect from struggling Rotherham? Millers fan Will lifts the lid!

Ahead of tonight’s match, we spoke to Rotherham fan Will Daniels to discuss life under their new manager Matt Taylor. Find out which players Sunderland should be wary of!

Fan Focus: What can Sunderland expect today from Bristol City? Robins fan Patrick reveals all

We sat down for a chat with Bristol City fan Patrick Connolly ahead of today’s game to find out more about Sunderland’s opponents. Should we be wary of them after their great recent form?

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