Watford boss makes honest admission after Sunderland draw and singles out key performer for praise

Watford produced a strong performance to hold Sunderland to a 2-2 draw at the Stadium of Light
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Matchday Musings: Sunderland stung by the Hornets in a frustrating stalemate

Photo by MI News/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesAfter a dramatic draw with Watford, Sunderland's unbeaten home streak hangs by a thread. Le Fee's magic...
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On This Day (9th February 1980): Clarke lays the foundations for a Cummins masterclass! 

Mr and Mrs Cummins with the match ballSunderland finished 1979/1980 by earning a place in the top flight, their success helped in no small part by...
SBNATION.COM 2 hours ago

Sunderland Naivasha: the rise of a club flying the red and white flag in Kenya

Kit delivered to a British Army base and four promotions in eight years — it has been an interesting ride for Sunderland's Kenyan side! Sunderland...
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'He was unstoppable at times' - how Amad became Manchester United's most exciting player

Amad is thriving at Man Utd this season and a brilliant loan spell with Sunderland in 2022/23 has been key to his development.
MANCHESTER EVENING NEWS 2 hours ago

Régis Le Bris defends key Sunderland selection decision after frustrating Watford draw

Sunderland dropped two crucial points in the race for automatic promotion on Saturday
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ROOKIE DODDS HAS BIG GOAL

Wycombe boss eyes promotion By John Lyons GOOD SHOUT: Mike Dodds learned lots at Sunderland PICTURE: Alamy NEW Wycombe Wanderers […] The post...
THELEAGUEPAPER.COM 9 hours ago

Magic Enzo shows he's a class apart

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McKenna: Goals Will Be a Confidence-Booster For Clarke

Town boss Kieran McKenna felt Jack Clarke's two goals as the Blues beat Coventry 4-1 at the CBS Stadium in the FA Cup will be a confidence-booster...
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84 superb photos of Sunderland fans as 41,329 brave rain during Watford draw at Stadium of Light - gallery

Sunderland were held to a frustrating draw against Watford on Saturday afternoon - and our cameras were in attendance to capture the action
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM 14 hours ago

Luke O'Nien reveals Jobe Bellingham's half-time influence during Sunderland's draw against Watford

Luke O'Nien has revealed Jobe Bellingham's influence on the Watford game despite being injured
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM 16 hours ago

Régis Le Bris explains why Sunderland struggled against Watford and highlights key thing that must improve

Sunderland delivered a below-par performance to draw 2-2 with Watford
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM 16 hours ago

Sunderland dubbed 'lucky' against Watford as fans make Burnley and Sheffield United prediction

Sunderland drew against Watford in the Championship at the Stadium of Light on Saturday afternoon
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'Tom Cleverley furious at Watford players vs Sunderland' amid sack uncertainty

Watford manager Tom Cleverley will have been left “furious” by what his players did in their draw with Sunderland, Andy Hinchcliffe has said....
FOOTBALLINSIDER247.COM 17 hours ago

Report: Liverpool put on alert as club prepare to sell record-breaking £25m midfielder this summer

Liverpool interested in signing Chris Rigg from Sunderland...
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Championship roundup: Cirkin rescues point for Sunderland against Watford

Promotion chasers held 2-2 after stunning Louza strike West Brom score late in added time to beat Wednesday Dennis Cirkin made amends for giving...
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I just watched Sunderland's poor performance against Watford and here's what I think went wrong

Sunderland dropped two points in the race for the top two on Saturday
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM 17 hours ago

Sunderland strike late to hold Watford

Dennis Cirkin made amends for giving away a first-half penalty with a last-gasp equaliser to rescue a 2-2 draw for Sunderland at home to Watford in...
SKYSPORTS 17 hours ago

Phil Smith's Sunderland AFC player rating photos with six 5's after disappointing Watford draw - gallery

Sunderland were held to a frustrating draw against Watford on Saturday afternoon
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM 17 hours ago

Andy's Player Ratings: Sunderland 2-2 Watford — Mackems rescue late point

Photo by Stu Forster/Getty ImagesSunderland cling on to their unbeaten home record after Dennis Cirkin scored a late equaliser — but we should have...
SBNATION.COM 17 hours ago

I inflicted unwanted history on Manchester United in Sir Alex Ferguson's biggest shock

Simon Grayson holds a special place in the hearts of all Leeds fans after what happened in 2010. It was a memorable date for Leeds fans in January...
TALKSPORT 18 hours ago

Sunderland suffer Jobe Bellingham setback as Régis Le Bris names team to face Watford

Sunderland have been forced into a reshuffle for Watford's visit to the Stadium of Light
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM 20 hours ago

This is why Jobe Bellingham is missing for Sunderland against Watford as Régis Le Bris makes one change

Sunderland have been forced into a reshuffle for Watford's visit to the Stadium of Light
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Sunderland v Watford: Team news and live score updates from the Stadium of Light

Sunderland are hoping to apply more pressure on the top two in the race for automatic promotion
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM 22 hours ago

'We feel for him' - Sunderland figure reacts to Charlton Athletic transfer move falling through

Sunderland man Jewison Bennette saw a late deadline day loan move to Charlton Athletic fall through
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM 23 hours ago

How much Sunderland will pay Liverpool while Jayden Danns recovers from injury

Sunderland secured the deadline day transfer of Jayden Danns only to discover the player had to return to Liverpool
CHRONICLELIVE 23 hours ago

Leeds United have new Championship promotion race advantage over Sheffield United and Sunderland

Leeds United beating Coventry City on Wednesday night has changed the Championship promotion race dynamic for Sheffield United and Sunderland...
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Kristjaan Speakman drops summer transfer hint on 'unbelievable' Sunderland loan player

Sunderland look set to try and sign Chris Mepham on a permanent basis in the summer transfer window
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM 24 hours ago

Dan Neil names three returning Sunderland players set for huge role in Championship promotion race

Dan Neil believes the returns of Ian Poveda, Romaine Mundle and Alan Browne could be important for Sunderland
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 8

Revealed: Liverpool, Arsenal & Man Utd transfer target cleared to leave for £25m

Liverpool, Arsenal and Manchester United are among the clubs showing an interest in Sunderland wonderkid Chris Rigg as he looks set to become...
CAUGHTOFFSIDE Feb 8

Sunderland vs Watford Predictions and Betting Tips: Black Cats Hunting the Hornets

Our football expert offers his Sunderland vs Watford predictions and betting tips, ahead of Saturday’s Championship clash, at 12:30 (8/2/2025).
GOAL.COM Feb 8

Saturday's Championship predictions including Sunderland vs. Watford

Sports Mole provides score predictions and previews for all of today's Championship fixtures, including Sunderland vs. Watford.
SPORTSMOLE.CO.UK Feb 8

Sunderland boss explains Ahmed Abdullahi and Trey Ogunsuyi plan after Jayden Danns injury blow

Sunderland are prepared to be patient as Ahmed Abdullahi edges closer to a first-team debut for the club
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 8

Match Preview: Sunderland v Watford - all you need to know ahead of kick-off!

Photo by Dave Howarth - CameraSport via Getty ImagesIn the aftermath of our win at Boro we go straight into an important week of two quickfire home...
SBNATION.COM Feb 8

On This Day (8th February 2023): Fulham edge Sunderland in FA Cup Replay!

Photo by Richard Sellers/Getty ImagesWe might have lost, but over those two games with Premier League side Fulham we saw a glimpse of what...
SBNATION.COM Feb 8

Score Predictions: SAFC Vs Watford

Photo by Stu Forster/Getty ImagesCan Sunderland build on that significant win at the Riverside? Last time out… Sunderland battled and scrapped and...
SBNATION.COM Feb 8

Fan Focus: Watford fan Mike explains what's going with Tom Cleverley ahead of facing Sunderland!

Photo by Joe Giddens/PA Images via Getty ImagesWe spoke to Mike from the From The Rookery End Podcast to find out what's going on with Tom...
SBNATION.COM Feb 8

Starting XI: One change predicted for Sunderland's team versus Watford at lunchtime

Photo by MI News/NurPhoto via Getty ImagesOr will Regis make more use of his squad? Monday night's scenes at The Riverside will live long in the...
SBNATION.COM Feb 8

Fan Letters: “I can't stand whingers!”

Photo by Ian Horrocks/Sunderland AFC via Getty Images“After 70 years of watching Sunderland, I have my own Hall of Fame: Shackleton, Hurley,...
SBNATION.COM Feb 8

Ally McCoist names Sunderland star it will be 'very difficult' to keep if Black Cats miss out on promotion

Sunderland starlet Jobe Bellingham has been repeatedly linked with an exit in recent times.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Sunderland launch limited edition kit as ex-Black Cat 'disappointed' by January transfer business - round-up

A look at all of the latest Sunderland-related news.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Watford boss Tom Cleverley delivers glowing verdict on 'outstanding' Sunderland ahead of weekend clash

Sunderland host Watford at the Stadium of Light on Saturday lunchtime.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Portsmouth's £19.8m squad market value as Bristol City, Sunderland, and West Ham stars valued

How Pompey's' new signings rank compared to the old guard in terms of their market values
PORTSMOUTH NEWS Feb 7

Graeme Murty reveals Sunderland U21s are 'fuming' after recent European development and talks season aims

Sunderland U21s are out of Europe but are once again performing well in the Premier League 2
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Régis Le Bris names the Sunderland player who could still leave and delivers 266-word transfer window verdict

Sunderland had hoped to secure a loan for Jewison Bennette in the closing days of the UK transfer window
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Brighton's latest transfer twist with Sunderland sends a clear message to Simon Adingra and agent

An unsettling January transfer window for Brighton’s Ivory Coast international and AFCON winner
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Feb 7

Leeds United beat Man Utd and Sunderland to "highly-rated" teenager signing

Leeds United have confirmed the signing of young goalkeeper Robbie Cook on a permanent deal from Perth Glory. The Whites did not make a single...
LEEDSALLOVER Feb 7

Leeds United beat Man Utd and Sunderland to “highly-rated” teenager signing

Leeds United have confirmed the signing of young goalkeeper Robbie Cook on a permanent deal from Perth Glory. The Whites did not make a single...
LEEDSALLOVER Feb 7

EFL boss names Sunderland player he 'would have loved' to sign in January transfer window

Sunderland signed Jayden Danns on transfer deadline day.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Mayenda starts: Sunderland team news and predicted XI to face Watford

The latest Sunderland team news as Regis Le Bris' side gear up to face Watford in the Championship. The post Mayenda starts: Sunderland team news...
THE72.CO.UK Feb 7

James Copley's Sunderland U21 player ratings vs Wolves as 'brilliant' 17-y/o starlet scores 9/10 grade - gallery

James Copley's Sunderland U21 player ratings as the Black Cats thrashed Wolves at the Academy of Light
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Andy's Player Ratings: Sunderland U21 5-0 Wolves U21 - Mackems put in five star performance

Sunderland AFCSummer signing Ahmed Abdullahi notched his first goal in Sunderland colours and Jenson Seelt played a full 90 minutes as our U21s...
SBNATION.COM Feb 7

Championship club sack manager 24 hours before crucial game despite recent promotion

Derby have sacked manager Paul Warne after three years in charge. The Championship club have slipped into the relegation zone after a run of seven...
TALKSPORT Feb 7

Why Jayden Danns Move to Sunderland Makes Perfect Sense for Liverpool – Explained

Exploring Jayden Danns’ Deadline Day Loan Move to Sunderland It was a quiet deadline day for Liverpool, with a raft of loan deals stealing the...
ANFIELD INDEX Feb 7

Free agents Bradford City could sign including 12-goal ex-Bantam and former Hull City and Sunderland men

Bradford City may find the free agent market tempting after the transfer window closed without the capture of a Vadaine Oliver replacement.
YORKSHIRE POST Feb 7

Jobe Bellingham to follow in brother Jude's footsteps? Sunderland star given four reasons why transfer to Borussia Dortmund 'would make sense' as German giants eye teenage midfielder

Sunderland star Jobe Bellingham has been given four reasons why emulating brother Jude and joining Borussia Dortmund “would make sense”.
GOAL.COM Feb 7

Mike Dodds reflects on 'mammoth' Sunderland stint as Kristjaan Speakman delivers verdict on exit

The coach left Sunderland to join Wycombe Wanderers earlier this week.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

‘Need to stay focused’ – Sunderland director makes revelation over contract talks with key duo

Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman has revealed talks over new deals for Dan Neil and Dennis Cirkin are… The post ‘Need to stay...
THE72.CO.UK Feb 7

Plymouth v Liverpool betting offer: Get 50/1 on Liverpool to win with Betfair

Liverpool are in FA Cup fourth round action this weekend as they head down to Devon to take on Championship side Plymouth on Sunday...
TALKSPORT Feb 7

Régis Le Bris's Sunderland starting XI and substitutes to face Watford predicted - gallery

Sunderland are looking to keep up the pressure on the top two this weekend
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Plymouth vs Liverpool preview: Free betting tips, odds and predictions for FA Cup clash

THE SUN PREMIER LEAGUE leaders Liverpool travel to Championship Plymouth for Sunday’s FA Cup fourth round encounter at Home Park. SunSport betting...
THE SUN Feb 7

Sunderland duo missing after transfer drama as Ahmed Abdullahi and Jenson Seelt start for U21s

Sunderland under-21s play Wolves at the Academy of Light on Friday afternoon in the Premier League 2
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Kristjaan Speakman explains Sunderland's current Dan Neil and Dennis Cirkin contract stance

Sunderland are eager to secure two of their brightest new talents to fresh contracts
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Startling Leeds United verdict in Opta's new predicted final Championship table and points after Coventry City triumph with nail biting Sheffield United, Burnley call and Sunderland forecast

Leeds United have new daylight in their Championship promotion quest, and stats experts Opta have delivered a startling Whites verdict in their...
YORKSHIRE EVENING POST Feb 7

Sunderland vs Watford: Kick-off time, TV coverage, Sky Sports details & how to watch for £14.99

Sunderland host Watford at the Stadium of Light on Saturday.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Arsenal and Man Utd 'set sights' on double Sunderland raid ahead of 'turning point' summer - reports

Chris Rigg and Jobe Bellingham are attracting attention from the Premier League.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

The confirmed Sunderland and Watford team and injury news with 12 out and 1 doubt - gallery

Sunderland return to Championship action against Watford on Saturday
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Brighton's failed £13m transfer for Tommy Watson explained – Sunderland director speaks out

All the latest transfer news for Brighton and Hove Albion and across the Premier League
CRAWLEYOBSERVER.CO.UK Feb 7

BBC pundit makes “awkward” Leeds United, Millwall prediction amid “huge” promotion concern

Leeds United welcome Championship rivals Millwall to Elland Road on Saturday afternoon in the FA Cup, as Daniel Farke eyes progress again to the...
LEEDSALLOVER Feb 7

Sunderland facing ‘turning point’ summer departures as Arsenal, Manchester United eye star duo

Sunderland stars Chris Rigg and Jobe Bellingham could reach ‘turning points’ in their careers this summer as top… The post Sunderland facing...
THE72.CO.UK Feb 7

Sunderland starlet ‘fully committed’ despite failed £13m exit, says key figure

Sunderland director Kristjaan Speakman insists Tommy Watson is ‘fully committed’ to the club despite his failed Brighton transfer.… The post...
THE72.CO.UK Feb 7

Mel Reay issues Sunderland injury update after triple blow ahead of crucial cup clash

Sunderland travel to face Portsmouth on Sunday with a huge prize on the line
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

Newcastle United swoop to add ex-Sunderland manager to coaching staff

Newcastle United have freshened up their coaching set-up with a move for ex-Sunderland and Middlesbrough man Robbie Stockdale
CHRONICLELIVE Feb 7

Régis Le Bris issues Sunderland coaching team update and drops hint on next steps

Sunderland are weighing up their options after Mike Dodds departed for Wycombe Wanderers
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

'They have shown' - Wilson Isidor and Jayden Danns verdict as Sunderland could switch tactics

Sunderland signed Jayden Danns on transfer deadline day from Liverpool as they looked to add extra firepower for their Championship promotion push
CHRONICLELIVE Feb 7

Kristjaan Speakman opens up on Tommy Watson transfer 'risk' and Sunderland view on Brighton bid

Brighton, Aston Villa and Crystal Palace were all linked with a move for Sunderland winger Tommy Watson
CHRONICLELIVE Feb 7

Régis Le Bris' reaction to Monday's win was telling — he's clearly loving life at Sunderland!

Photo by Stu Forster/Getty ImagesLe Bris is two thirds of the way through his first season as our head coach, and seeing him so animated is a sign...
SBNATION.COM Feb 7

Kristjaan Speakman explains the transfer hurdle Sunderland faced in January and why he signed Jayden Danns

Sunderland signed Jayden Danns on deadline day despite discovering a back injury during the medical process
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 7

The ‘celebration police' can take a hike — Sunderland's post-Middlesbrough antics were brilliant

Photo by Stu Forster/Getty ImagesWhether you view it as a ‘derby' or not, it was a hugely important game for the Lads and the celebrations were...
SBNATION.COM Feb 7

A Lifetime In Red And White: The Lindisfarne Discussion

Photo by Owen Humphreys/PA Images via Getty ImagesLars Knutsen and Kelvin Beattie have been Sunderland fans for decades, so when they met up at...
SBNATION.COM Feb 7

With sixteen games remaining, Sunderland are in a promising position!

Feeling good! | Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty ImagesAs we take stock having successfully navigated a busy period, it's good to note that...
SBNATION.COM Feb 7

On This Day (7 Feb 2004) Striker nets debut goal as McCarthy's men come back to claim a point!

Photo by Chris Young - PA Images/PA Images via Getty Images‘Thierry' certainly made an instant impact... Mick McCarthy had been searching for some...
SBNATION.COM Feb 7

When Sunderland's updated 2024/25 squad list will be confirmed following transfer window closure

Sunderland's updated squad list should be made available in the coming days.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 6

Man Utd in battle with Arsenal to sign highly-talented exciting duo next summer - report

Manchester United are reportedly in a battle with Arsenal over a deal to sign Sunderland duo Jobe Bellingham and Chris Rigg, as per Spanish outlet...
FOOTBALL-TALK.CO.UK Feb 6

I've taken a closer look at Jayden Danns' Liverpool career so far - here's what Sunderland fans can expect

Sunderland completed a loan deal for the Liverpool striker on deadline day.
SUNDERLANDECHO.COM Feb 6

Arsenal to battle Manchester United for ‘2 jewels’ of English football

Arsenal and Manchester United are both pushing to sign two of the Championship’s top young talents. Will Sunderland be able to hold onto their...
DAILYCANNON Feb 6
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