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Tom Watson could be the next hot prospect from Sunderland’s academy!
"Watson has lit up games at age-group level this season, and with our season petering out, he could soon find himself in the first team picture," writes Paddy Hollis
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How many points will Sunderland take from their next three games?
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Fan Letters: “Actions, not words, are needed from those in the Sunderland boardroom”
Ongoing anger at the distasteful Black Cats’ Bar redecoration, USA-based coverage of Sunderland AFC and thoughts on Jay Matete’s latest injury setback are in the RR mailbox today! Got something to say? Email us: RokerReport@yahoo.co.uk
Losing Streaks (Pt1): Looking back at some of the most miserable moments watching Sunderland
It’s been tough being a Sunderland fan recently, but is it as bad as some of the other bad runs we’ve been on in our recent history? Watch from behind the sofa as Kelvin reminds us of our dark past...
On This Day (27th March 1970): Monty the Marvel — but no Mexico!
With Newcastle pushing for Europe and Sunderland bottom of the division, many Mags were predicting a rout — but Monty, Toddo and Sunderland’s fighting spirit would not be denied!
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Kristjaan Speakman’s definition of ‘experience’ seems to go against the grain
As part of Tuesday’s supporters’ meeting notes, Sunderland’s sporting director made some interesting observations about the profile of our squad. Did he have a point?
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Could 2024/2025 be a breakthrough season for Matty Young?
The homegrown goalkeeper has already caught the eye this season and has played for England recently, too. Could he possibly break into the first team next season?
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Sunderland should use the final eight games as a platform for Chris Rigg to shine
"The young attacker has been carefully utilised this season, but after his recent international exploits, it feels like it’s time to let him loose," writes Phil West
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Fan Letters: “Sunderland’s mistakes of 2023/2024 need to be learned from and not repeated”
Thoughts on how Kyril Louis-Dreyfus can win back the fans’ trust, plus the ongoing selection of Mason Burstow and a potential bid for a Scottish striker are in the RR mailbox today! Got something to say? Email us: RokerReport@yahoo.co.uk
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On This Day (26th March 1927): Bell chimes as an emphatic victory sparks a run of wins!
Ninety seven years ago today, two Sunderland players notched hat tricks, but it was our goalkeeper who was at the centre of attention as Leeds visited Roker Park
Lasses Report: Top-of-the-table Sunderland earn the derby bragging rights with win over Durham
Sunderland Women are edging closer and closer to promotion, with an emphatic victory over local rivals Durham keeping them at the top of the table with three games left to play.
If a Sunderland fan became Chairman...
"Sir Bob Murray’s book made its way into my Christmas stocking and after finishing it a couple of weeks ago, I'm happy to say it didn't disappoint," writes Mark Wood.
Editorial: Hope is all we’ve got... so let’s hope Sunderland are well-rested!
After a much-needed break and with some key players returning, our Easter double-header could prove to be pivotal in how Sunderland finish off the season. Will we do it, though?
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What might Hemir’s Sunderland future look like?
"The Portuguese striker has endured a tough debut campaign on Wearside, and for many fans, he seems to have become a symbol of the team’s struggles," writes Phil West
On This Day (25th March 1989): Marco bags hattrick and sees red as Sunderland hammer Ipswich!
After five without a win, Denis Smith’s side hammered Ipswich Town at Roker Park, with Marco bagging a hattrick before being sent off.
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Wage caps and agent talk: The Sunderland and Jack Clarke dilemma
As Clarke’s agent, Ian Harte, continues to shoot his mouth off in the media, Mark Wood looks at whether the club should adjust their pay structure to keep the winger on Wearside
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How big a role could Sunderland’s returnees play during the Easter weekend?
With Bradley Dack, Aji Alese and Corry Evans all on the comeback trail, could they feature in the double header against Cardiff City and Blackburn Rovers?
Lasses Preview: It’s Sunderland vs Durham in the River Wear derby!
Today’s game at Eppleton will be our biggest of the season so far, and with three priceless points up for grabs, there’s more than just local pride at stake!
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On This Day (24th March 1995) Oakwell nadir proves to be the final straw for Mick Buxton
A deep-seated malaise had set in at Roker Park, but the situation was to get worse for the Lads in South Yorkshire before finally improving
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What does the ideal summer look like for Sunderland AFC?
Milo Challis looks ahead to the summer and next season, discussing what he thinks the club needs to do to achieve success during 2024/2025
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Fan Letters: “Despite the problems of this season, a Sunderland ownership change isn’t for me”
Thoughts on the connection between the club and the supporters and hope for a positive future are in the RR mailbox today! Got something to say? Email us: RokerReport@yahoo.co.uk
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We react to the news of Aji Alese’s Sunderland contract extension!
The young defender has signed a new deal, keeping him at the Stadium of Light until 2027. What do our writers make of the news?
On This Day (23rd March 2002): Southampton snatch late draw at the Stadium of Light!
With the threat of relegation looming, Peter Reid’s Sunderland picked up a crucial point against Southampton in their bid for Premier League survival.
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Which Sunderland players need a big final eight games of the season?
As the Lads prepare for the run-in, we asked our writers for their thoughts on who might have a point to prove ahead of what could be a big summer on Wearside
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Anthony Stokes went from exiting young prodigy to being embroiled in battles with demons
"The multitude of off-field issues faced by former Sunderland striker highlight the importance of being focused and keeping yourself out of trouble," writes Michael Dunne.
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On This Day (22 March 1985) Sunderland hit by injury scare just days before Wembley cup final!
As the Lads prepared to take on Norwich City in the League Cup final, we suffered a major fright during the build up to the Wembley showpiece
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Did Sunderland legend Niall Quinn once come close to signing for Wimbledon?
During a conversation with a neighbour in 2022, Lars Knutsen unearthed some fascinating information, including a story concerning our iconic former striker!
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To renew or not to renew? That is the Sunderland season ticket question
The renewal window is now open and the charm offensive has begun, but after a turbulent campaign and with the future very much uncertain, how will things go?
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What’s the Sunderland matchday experience really about?
"Fans suggesting they’ll be staying away as the season draws to a close is fair enough, but watching Sunderland can be about so much more than the ninety minutes," writes Paddy Hollis
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On This Day (21st March 2013): Sunderland midfielder says he’s sick of rallying calls!
As we fought for our Premier League survival, Craig Gardner believed the time for talking was over, and that the team needed to do more for the fans and the manager
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What are the main issues for Sunderland to tackle this summer?
For many, the jury is still out on Kyril Louis-Dreyfus after a challenging season, and Ewan Bowman looks at what needs to be done to get things back on track at the Stadium of Light
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Reactions to the news of further investment in the Stadium of Light!
The club announced on Tuesday that they’d be improving various aspects of the stadium, from the floodlighting to the PA system. We asked our writers for their thoughts on this development
Fan Letters: “Poorly-judged decisions have scuppered Sunderland’s 2023/2024 season”
Thoughts on the issues that have derailed our campaign and best wishes for Kyril Louis-Dreyfus following the birth of his child are in the RR mailbox today! Got something to say? Email us: RokerReport@yahoo.co.uk
On This Day (20th March 1999): Magic in the air leaves the Wanderers spellbound!
Toddo’s return to Wearside was acknowledged by the capacity crowd, but that was just about all he got as Peter Reid’s table toppers were in no mood to give anything away on their relentless pursuit for promotion.