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On This Day (29 March 2008): Andy Reid’s late Sunderland winner dents the Hammers!
It was one of those ‘were you there’ moments at the Stadium of Light.
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Score Predictions: Cardiff City Vs SAFC
The Lads travel to Cardiff to resume Championship action after a few weeks off. This is how the RR writers reckon it may pan out - what’s your call?
On This Day (28 March 2014): Connor Wickham vows to fire Sunderland to survival!
The striker had recently returned from a loan spell at Leeds, and was focused on shooting the lads to safety.
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!
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 (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.
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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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!
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.
On This Day (18th March 1992): Sunderland through to the FA Cup semi-final!
It was one of Roker Park’s last great nights under the lights as we beat Ian Porterfield’s Chelsea to go through to the semi-final of the cup.
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Score Predictions: SAFC vs QPR
Will today be a turning point for the Lads against Marti Cifuentes’ Hoops? Here’s hoping!
On This Day (15 March 2007): Hysen talks about Barnsley bus & his quick path back to redemption
The winger was one of three who missed the bus, but Keane hadn’t held any grudges.
On This Day (13th March 1976): Bobby Kerr brace does for Orient!
It was the start of a crucial week in Sunderland’s 1975/76 promotion campaign — three away games and without a victory on the road for four months. Could new signing Ray Train get the Lads back on the right track?
A View From The Away End: Southampton (A)
Follow the trials and tribulations of the SAFCSA London Branch, as they take in sights and sounds of the fair City of Winchester before heading to a few boozers en route to St Mary’s...
On This Day (11th March 2000): Phillips penalty earns Sunderland a point against Liverpool
Sunderland were out of form as we travelled to take on Liverpool at Anfield back on this day in 2000, but with Kevin Phillips up top, we always had a chance.
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Score Predictions: Southampton Vs SAFC
Are we ganna win today or what?! The RR lads have a pop at foreseeing whether we can arrest our form slide.
On This Day (8 March 2006): Kevin Ball’s first day in charge as Sunderland boss!
The former skipper took the reins after Mick McCarthy’s departure.
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Score Predictions: SAFC vs Leicester
The Lads take on the Foxes in tonight’s Championship clash. How do our writers see the game panning out?
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On This Day (4th March 1998): Sunderland hammer promotion rivals to close the gap at the top!
With Peter Reid’s side gaining momentum, they paid a visit to league leaders Nottingham Forest on this day back in 1998 in a bid to close the gap at the top of the table.
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Score Predictions: Norwich v SAFC
Ahead of what’s sure to be a tough trip to Carrow Road, our writers have their say on how the Lads will do against the in-form Canaries
On This Day (2nd March 2013): Sessegnon rescues point for O’Neill’s Sunderland!
Let’s talk about Sess, baby...
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On This Day (1 Mar 1986): Dibble debut ends in disaster as Sunderland lose again
The Lawrie McMenemy era wasn’t going to plan, and as a new signing made his first appearance for the Lads, it wasn’t one he’d remember fondly
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On This Day (26th February 2005): Mick McCarthy’s Sunderland gather momentum on way to title!
McCarthy’s side were beginning to build momentum in the fight for the top two as Cardiff City visited the Stadium of Light on this day in 2005.
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Score Predictions: SAFC v Swansea
After a turbulent week, Dodds has been tasked with steadying the red and white ship, and our writers are hoping for a turnaround in fortunes!
The Durban Years: What happened the last time Sunderland attempted the ‘youth model’?
We tried to develop a squad of young players over 40 years ago. So, what became of the players involved?
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On This Day (23 Feb 2003): “Sunderland are not in a relegation battle” says Comical Howard
Oh, but we were...
On This Day (22nd Feb 1977): Sunderland smash West Brom for six as the mini revival continues!
30,317 massive Lads fans piled into Roker Park to witness a Sunderland demolition - sticking six past a West Brom side containing Bryan Robson and player-manager Johnny Giles!
On This Day (21st Feb 1934): Spurs Routed by Rampant Sunderland
Spurs had beaten the Lads 3-1 earlier in the season on their patch and arrived in fourth position looking to do the double over ninth placed Sunderland. A teenage Raich Carter had other ideas!
On This Day (19th February 1955): Sunderland salvage a replay at Swansea Town!
The ‘Bank of England’ club finally looked like it might experience some success, but first had to negotiate a tricky FA Cup tie at Second Division Swansea Town back on this day in 1955.
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Score Predictions: Birmingham vs SAFC
After a poor result in midweek, can the Lads bounce back against Tony Mowbray’s men today?
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On This Day (16 February 2009): Swedish international striker nears Stadium of Light exit door
Famous for scoring on his debut against Birmingham in early 2008, Rade Prica’s time on Wearside was almost up one year later. Was he hard done by?