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From The Darkness, Sunderland Have Emerged Into The European Light

From The Darkness, Sunderland Have Emerged Into The European Light

After years of despair, failure and disappointment, Sunderland are finally back in Europe - but just how special is this moment for the club and our supporters?

Sunderland’s European Adventure Is About More Than Football

Sunderland’s European Adventure Is About More Than Football

As Sunderland prepare for their first European home game in 53 years, could the Lads and their supporters learn something from a whole new football culture?

Haway The Podcast | AZ ALKMAAR: WHAT AWAITS SUNDERLAND? | AZ Fan Gives His Verdict!

Haway The Podcast | AZ ALKMAAR: WHAT AWAITS SUNDERLAND? | AZ Fan Gives His Verdict!

AZ Alkmaar fan Brian drops by for a chat ahead of tomorrow’s game!

Editorial: A New Chapter In Sunderland’s Redemption Story

Editorial: A New Chapter In Sunderland’s Redemption Story

This week’s momentus. Let’s look forward… and back.

Which Player Might Make Sunderland Scoring History Against AZ Alkmaar?

Which Player Might Make Sunderland Scoring History Against AZ Alkmaar?

If we had to choose a Lads player to open the scoring on Wednesday evening, who would it be and why?

There Are Worse Things to Do on a Wednesday

There Are Worse Things to Do on a Wednesday

Sunderland are about to play in Europe on a Wednesday night - so why not forget the routine, embrace the moment and let yourself dream?

Sunderland Are in Europe – And We Should Drink It All In

Sunderland Are in Europe – And We Should Drink It All In

After years of misery, mediocrity and League One, Sunderland are finally back in Europe - so why not forget the doubts and savour every single moment?

Fan Letters: The Hunt For Barnesy Goes On, & Controversial Decisions

Fan Letters: The Hunt For Barnesy Goes On, & Controversial Decisions

One fan continues his hunt for the elusive Barnes and Benno commentary link, while another asks whether VAR got the Arsenal penalty decision badly wrong.

Talking Tactics: How Le Bris Took the Gunners to the Wire

Talking Tactics: How Le Bris Took the Gunners to the Wire

Sunderland may have lost to Arsenal, but did Régis Le Bris’ tactical approach expose the Gunners’ weaknesses - and offer plenty of encouragement for the weeks ahead?

Cheese, Beer, Canals and Football: A Rough Guide To AZ Alkmaar!

Cheese, Beer, Canals and Football: A Rough Guide To AZ Alkmaar!

Who exactly are AZ Alkmaar? From their famous cheese market and European history to academy stars and Sunderland connections, here’s what awaits on Wearside.

Talking Points: Sunderland Fall Short Against The Gunners

Talking Points: Sunderland Fall Short Against The Gunners

Phil West looks at the main stories as the Lads ran the reigning champions mightily close on Saturday evening.

2 Up, 2 Down: Arsenal Grind It Out As Sunderland Rue Their Luck

2 Up, 2 Down: Arsenal Grind It Out As Sunderland Rue Their Luck

A gutsy display from the Lads wasn't enough as the Gunners emerged victorious. What did our writers think?