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26/27 Pre-Season Predictions: Final Thoughts On Sunderland’s Prospects

26/27 Pre-Season Predictions: Final Thoughts On Sunderland’s Prospects

It’s the final instalment of our pre-season series, so how are our writers feeling about what lies ahead for the Lads?

On This Day (21st Aug 2016): Moyes & The Sunderland Season That Started With A White Flag

On This Day (21st Aug 2016): Moyes & The Sunderland Season That Started With A White Flag

After just two games, David Moyes was already talking about a relegation battle. Was his brutal assessment honest realism - or the first sign of Sunderland's season going badly wrong?

Why Sunderland’s Pessimistic Premier League Predictions Miss The Point

Why Sunderland’s Pessimistic Premier League Predictions Miss The Point

From ‘second-season syndrome’ to European fatigue, the reasons for pessimism surrounding Sunderland are plentiful — but perhaps the evidence tells a very different story.

Sunderland Are Keeping Their Head While Everyone Else Loses Theirs

Sunderland Are Keeping Their Head While Everyone Else Loses Theirs

With Premier League rivals ripping up their squads and spending big, should Sunderland really be worried about a quiet transfer window - or could continuity be our biggest advantage?

Phil Bardsley backs Trai Hume and reveals his Sunderland comparison

Phil Bardsley backs Trai Hume and reveals his Sunderland comparison

Which Sunderland player reminds Phil Bardsley most of himself? The former defender also backs Trai Hume and explains why competition could be key this season.

Haway The Podcast | OPPO PREVIEW | We Catch Up On All The Latest At Portman Road With Brenner Woolley!

Haway The Podcast | OPPO PREVIEW | We Catch Up On All The Latest At Portman Road With Brenner Woolley!

Join us for today’s SAFC news roundup!

Opposition Analysis: Can Sunderland Make A Winning Start At Ipswich?

Opposition Analysis: Can Sunderland Make A Winning Start At Ipswich?

Can Sunderland begin their second Premier League campaign with a statement victory, or will Gary O’Neil’s Ipswich spoil the party at Portman Road?

26/27 Pre-Season Predictions: Potential League Positions And Away Day Excitement

26/27 Pre-Season Predictions: Potential League Positions And Away Day Excitement

Where in the table can we aim to finish, and which road trips are our writers most looking forward to?

Sunderland Are Ready for the Premier League – So What Comes Next?

Sunderland Are Ready for the Premier League – So What Comes Next?

After a summer of World Cup drama, a quiet transfer window and two impressive French wins, are Sunderland better prepared than ever for another Premier League adventure?

Phil Bardsley Backs Sunderland Survival and European Progress

Phil Bardsley Backs Sunderland Survival and European Progress

Can Sunderland balance Premier League survival with a European adventure? Phil Bardsley believes they can - but warns it could be one of the club’s toughest seasons in years.

On This Day (18th Aug 2001): Sunderland Start in Style vs Ipswich – But It Was a False Dawn

On This Day (18th Aug 2001): Sunderland Start in Style vs Ipswich – But It Was a False Dawn

Kevin Phillips struck from the spot as Sunderland began the 2001/02 campaign with victory over Ipswich - but could Peter Reid’s side build on it?

Fan Letters: Who Is Next On Ghisolfi’s Transfer Wishlist?

Fan Letters: Who Is Next On Ghisolfi’s Transfer Wishlist?

With Sunderland still looking to strengthen, could Geny Catamo and Amine Gouiri provide the attacking variety needed for a demanding season in the Premier League and Europe?