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May 10, 2012

Sunderland v Man U - All the odds Once again we have set our robots away to scan the various bookies sites and come up with the best... more...

April 19, 2012

Come Dine With Me Ok, so we are a football website right? Well maybe, but if our forums are anything to go by we... more...

March 29, 2012

Your chance to help a Sunderland Band A favourite band of ours - Sunderland's very own MoonRunners are looking for online votes to help them win the... more...

March 18, 2012

Quarter Final Replay Details The Quarter Final replay against Everton will be on Tuesday 27 March, 7:45pm at the Stadium of Light. Tickets are... more...

March 08, 2012

Server Move Complete If you can see this page you are accessing the NEW server and the move has been completed. Thanks for... more...

February 17, 2012

Roughy's Gig for Mission 12-17 Town End Farm born comedian Mark Rough is to play his final "open to the public" show in the city... more...

February 14, 2012

FA Cup Ticket Info Sunderland’s FA Cup tie at home to Arsenal takes place at 5:15pm on Saturday 18th February. Tickets are on sale... more...

February 05, 2012

RTG is shutting down On Friday 10th February RTG will be closing down - but don't worry, we will be back. Our hosting company... more...

December 08, 2011

Do you know what happened on this weekend 20 years ago? The below article is by Jonathan Wilson and appears in Issue Three of The Blizzard which is out now on... more...

December 02, 2011

The New Manager is Martin O'Neill. Whilst it has yet to be officially announced by the club, according to the normally reliable BBC, after... more...

November 30, 2011

Mr Bruce has gone Ellis Short has announced SAFC and Steve Bruce have parted company. He said "It is my job as chairman to... more...

November 21, 2011

The Boss Things may not be going too well on the football pitch but there is no doubting that SAFC have lined... more...

November 11, 2011

Coldplay Confirmed Sunderland has landed another major concert, as the Stadium of Light gets set to welcome one of the UKs biggest... more...

November 06, 2011

Brian Clough A couple of months before my dad died, I told him that I’d agreed a deal to write a biography... more...

November 01, 2011

Red Hot Chili Peppers Confirmed The club have today confirmed that one of the Red Hot Chili Peppers two UK gigs next year will be... more...

October 23, 2011

12 hours to claim your place on the FIFA 12 Scarf To celebrate the launch of FIFA 12 , EA Sports are attempting to create the world's longest football fan scarf... more...

May 30, 2011

German fixtures confirmed SAFC will play three pre-season fixtures in Germany this July. The tour will kick off against Arminia Bielefeld at 3pm... more...

April 07, 2011

Grand National Sweepstake kit and best odds For those of you who want to run an office sweepstake, we now have a downloadable sweepstake kit for you... more...

March 09, 2011

Season Ticket Renewals Advice The club is reminding season card holders to check their renewal packs in detail to ensure they don’t miss out... more...

January 06, 2011

Cut Price Ticket Deadline The club are warning fans not to miss out on price discounts for the 3rd Round Tie against Notts County... more...

October 03, 2010

Do you live in West Yorkshire? Are you looking for transport to the home games? The old Leeds and West Yorkshire Branch may have folded, but... more...

September 03, 2010

Help a Sunderland Fan Help some Orphanages Sunderland fan and regular visitor to our message boards Rob Pattison has asked us for some help and we are... more...

August 14, 2010

Todays Teams and Betting Sunderland Mignolet Richardson Mensah Onuoha Bramble Cattermole Malbranque Henderson Al-Muhammadi Bent Cambell Subs Carson, Bardsley, Da Silva, Zenden, Riveros, Welbeck,... more...

The Ins and Outs So Far this Summer IN Ahmed Al-Muhammadi (ENPPI, loan) Marcis Angeleri (Estudiantes) Titus Bramble (Wigan) John Mensah (Lyon, loan) Simon Mignolet (Sint-Truidense) Nedum Onuoha... more...

June 17, 2010

Full fixtures for 2010-2011 season Sunderland face Brimingham at the SoL on the opening day of next season. The full fixtures for next season are... more...

June 15, 2010

Stuck for something to do between the word cup and the start of the domestic season? World title boxing is coming to Wearside. The passion of Sunderland fight fans, through their support of Tony Jeffries, has... more...

June 12, 2010

Betting Markets and Best Odds for England's next match A look at the betting markets for England's Next Match:... more...

May 29, 2010

Bent Set To Start It looks like Darren Bent is set to start in Sundays match against Japan. Good luck Darren, show the world... more...

May 20, 2010

2010 Pre-season Friendlies This summers pre-season fixtures are somewhat overshadowed by the World Cup and as usual, all involve away matches. The list... more...

May 19, 2010

Latest World Cup Odds This page will be kept up to date with the best odds from the bookies. The page is auto-updating and... more...

April 17, 2010

A message to the players Firstly, we are now guaranteed Premier League Football next season, so congratulations to you all. However, this doesn't mean you... more...

March 26, 2010

Message Board Downtime Tonight The message boards will be unavailable for about 45 minutes this evening (Friday) to allow a software upgrade to be... more...

February 01, 2010

Confirmed Ins and Outs In Alan Hutton - On loan until end of season Matt Kilgallon - in from Sheffield United, 3.5 year contract.... more...

Transfer deadline day It is just like Christmas Eve. Everyone knows when its coming and the clubs have months to prepare their transfer... more...

January 23, 2010

Man City and Liverpool to be on the box The home match against Man City and the away match against Liverpool have both been confirmed as televised matches. This... more...

January 06, 2010

Hazey Coast to Coast 2010 Have you over indulged over the Christmas period, and would like to get your pre-festivities figure back. How about taking... more...

January 03, 2010

FA Cup 4th round draw Southampton v Ipswich Reading or Liverpool v Burnley Millwall or Derby v Brentford or Doncaster Bristol City or Cardiff City... more...

December 11, 2009

Have we got the best fans in the land? Well, not at the moment according to SKY, but you can change all of that. Watch the video, visit the... more...

November 23, 2009

Be on the Ball in South Africa The British Foreign and Commonwealth Office is kicking off its ‘Be on the Ball’ campaign, aimed at helping England fans... more...

November 21, 2009

Your chance to buy SAFC ... Stirling Albion FC that is. We received the following email from The Stirling Albion Supporters Trust today: This is... more...

November 05, 2009

Banned Sunderland fans launch Quinn petition appeal Sunderland supporters unfairly banned by the club from entering the Stadium of Light have come together to launch a petition... more...

October 30, 2009

Club bans supporters We understand that SAFC has blocked the season cards of a significant number of supporters and written to them asking... more...

October 15, 2009

Help for Heroes On 31st October (the home match against West Ham) there will be a special event at the Stadium of Light... more...

October 01, 2009

Extrabet Weekend Odds The more observant amongst you will have noticed the green and black Extrabet banners running at the top of the... more...

September 19, 2009

Respect The Fans The road to Wembley, the chance to walk down Wembley way, to look up at the archway, to sing with... more...

September 01, 2009

Latest Ins and Outs In Michael Turner (from Hull - undisclosed fee) Out Danny Collins (Stoke - reported £2.75m) Carlos Edwards (Ipswich - reported... more...

August 11, 2009

So what did happen at Central Station? If the Chronicle or the Shields Gazette are to be believed, 4 lovable police puppies (Clio, Floyd, Earl and Diesel)... more...

August 03, 2009

Total Football - Review and Special Offer Total Football (Sunderland AFC 1935 to 1937) is the latest book to be written by Paul Days, this time... more...

June 17, 2009

The New Fixtures are Out Unfortunately due to the Premier League playing their copyright card once again we are unable to tell you who we... more...

June 03, 2009

Welcome Mr Bruce Unless you have been on holiday on another planet, you will know by now that Steve Bruce is our new... more...

May 29, 2009

Fans Parliament Fans' Parliament is the FSF's annual get together where they debate the big issues of the day – it’s entirely... more...

May 04, 2009

Well done To everybody but the 1st team that is. Today we have seen Sunderland Women put up a battling performance and... more...

March 28, 2009

Time of our Lives Those of you with Sky Sports might like to make an entry in your diary. On Monday April 6th at... more...

March 19, 2009

Another chance to question Niall Once again, our Chairman is showing he doesn't hide away when the going gets tough. Niall Quinn will be on... more...

February 15, 2009

FSF Meeting at SOL, Tuesday 17th February The Northeast Division of the Football Supporters’ Federation (FSF) is meeting next Tuesday, February 17th, at Sunderland’s Stadium of Light... more...

February 02, 2009

Deadline day dealings Defender Tal Ben Haim's loan from Manchester City was completed yesterday and Chopra has left on loan to Cardiff again... more...

January 06, 2009

Charity Coast to Coast Ride 2009 It has been a full year now since RTG Message Board User and Blogger "Hazey" (Graeme Kerton) sadly passed away.... more...

December 09, 2008

RTG Problems There has been a major failure at the datacentre where the RTG servers are. This means we currently do not... more...

December 04, 2008

Club Statement After 2 ¼ years at the helm Roy Keane has parted company with Sunderland AFC after both parties reached an... more...

It looks like Roy has gone Like everyone else we have no confirmed facts at the moment, but the usually more reliable sources such as Sky... more...

November 14, 2008

Roy Keane a quitter? Rumours have been flying around today that Roy Keane has walked out on SAFC. Now I have Mr Keane down... more...

October 28, 2008

Manchester Extravaganza (Night before Blackburn Away Match) The Manchester Branch have arranged a really special night on the eve of the Blackburn Match which might be of... more...

October 25, 2008

2-1 We beat the scum 2-1 Full story to follow in a few days time when we sober up..... more...

October 19, 2008

Another Question and Answer session with Niall We must have the most accessible chairman in the Premier League. Niall Quinn is doing another question and answer phone-in,... more...

August 04, 2008

The results are in... Its seems like ages since the end of last season and several new players have arrived, but what did you... more...

July 26, 2008

Kids getting under your feet? The Langley Park Branch organise an annual Children’s sports club for a week during the Summer Holidays. This years kids... more...

July 24, 2008

One down, three to go The lads yesterday confirmed the signing of the 1st of the Tottenham four, 28 year old midfielder Teemu Tainio. Pascal... more...

June 16, 2008

Full Fixture List Due to insane regulations and copyright protection and threats of legal action by the FAPL, we aren't allowed to tell... more...

June 04, 2008

Eight Players Released The club have announced the retained list for next season and confirmed eight out of contract players have been released.... more...

May 05, 2008

Banter & Bustle Banter & Bustle is the new book by Jeff Scott The format of the book is a little smaller... more...

April 14, 2008

Sunderland fan to collect in memory of Newcastle fan at the derby game A Sunderland supporter will hold a collection amongst fellow mackems in memory of a Newcastle-supporting friend, at Sunday's Tyne-Wear derby... more...

April 07, 2008

Message Boards/Chat Room Maintenance The RTG message boards will be unavailable for a couple of hours from 4pm this evening.... more...

April 03, 2008

New SAFC Book Jeff Scott has just released his new book called "Banter & Bustle" which tries to capture the drama and atmosphere... more...

March 30, 2008

Morpeth Mobiles - They're not from Morpeth and they don't sell mobiles But they are a long term sponsor of the RTG Message Boards and they also have an extra special offer... more...

March 20, 2008

Sunderland's "Happy Endings" on ESPN Those of you who can receive ESPN Classic (SKY Channel 442) are in for a treat next weekend (29th and... more...

March 17, 2008

Tyne - Wear derby game moved back 24 hours The club has advised that the Tyne-Wear derby game, originally scheduled for Saturday 19 April, has been put back to... more...

March 02, 2008

FA Youth Cup Semi-Final Following their superb win away at Charlton in the FA Youth Cup Quarter Finals, Sunderland U18s now face Manchester City... more...

February 13, 2008

Anniversary events to celebrate '73 victory This year marks the 35th anniversary of Sunderland beating Leeds to win the FA Cup, and according to the BBC,... more...

February 12, 2008

Questions to Quinny Niall Quinn will be answering fans' questions on BBC Radio Newcastle next Thursday (21st February), between 6 and 8pm. To... more...

January 10, 2008

Kick Football Fans Out of Football This article is reproduced from www.standupsitdown.co.uk with their permission: “….There were often disturbances after football matches and three young men... more...

January 06, 2008

Hazey Anyone who reads our forums or blogs will know that "Hazey" (Graeme) has become something of an institution on there... more...

January 05, 2008

Stars in Stripes Competition The winner of our recent "Stars in Stripes" competitiion was Michael Goodman from Billingham. Congratulations Michael, the book will be... more...

December 31, 2007

Stars in Stripes Review and Competition Paul Days has been very busy producing SAFC books recently and we have been lucky enough to get our... more...

December 23, 2007

Celebrity Mastermind Those of you not making the journey to Blackburn on 2nd January may be interested to know that there is... more...

December 05, 2007

Stokes Snr: the fans are on Anthony's back The father of striker Anthony Stokes - also the player's agent - has accused Sunderland supporters of affecting his son's... more...

November 28, 2007

Players' appearance in club shop If you're doing your Christmas shopping in Sunderland this Thursday evening, you could meet a Sunderland player or two. The... more...

Go on a tour of the SoL with a legendary tour guide The club has announced that during December and January it will be running tours of the Stadium of Light -... more...

November 12, 2007

Football Message Board We have made some changes to the message boards and there is now a new forum dedicated to SAFC and... more...

September 11, 2007

Ian Porterfield passes away It has just been confirmed tonight that Sunderland legend Ian Porterfield has passed away at a hospice in Surrey. He... more...

September 02, 2007

RTG Upgrades The latest round of moves and upgrades of the RTG servers will begin on Monday 3rd September. There will be... more...

August 16, 2007

Carling Cup 2nd Round Draw The draw for the second round of the Carling Cup was made tonight. Sunderland will play Luton away on Tuesday... more...

Updated: ticket news Fixtures in date order: Sat 25 Aug 07 SAFC V LIVERPOOL KO time: 1500 S/T Priority Period: ended - now... more...

August 15, 2007

Ticket news - SAFC reserves vs NUFC reserves Tickets for the forthcoming reserves' derby match will go on sale on Thursday 16 August. The game takes place on... more...

August 12, 2007

RTG Downtime There will be some intermittent downtime to RTG today (Sunday) while some essential changes are made to the server configurations.... more...

August 09, 2007

Help a student. Do a survey. We have received an email from a postgraduate student in Psychology at the University of Sunderland with a research interest... more...

August 08, 2007

Keeper finally signs on the dotted line Sunderland have finally closed the deal to secure the signature of Hearts keeper Craig Gordon, in a deal worth up... more...

July 26, 2007

So what did you think? The results of the RTG/ALS end of season poll for the 2006/2007 season are finally in. The votes are counted... more...

Sunderland complete McShane signing Sunderland have completed the signing of West Brom's Paul McShane in a deal which the Baggies say is worth £2.5m.... more...

July 23, 2007

Sunderland AFC's Finest Matches 1879-1939 "Sunderland AFC's Finest Matches 1879-1939" is the new limited edition book published by Paul Days. For those who don't... more...

July 22, 2007

Sunderland Supporters Trust Update The Steering group who are attempting to set up a Sunderland Supporters Trust have sent us the following update: "Some... more...

July 09, 2007

Message Boards/Blogs Downtime The RTG Message boards and blogs will be unavailable from 16:30 today for about an hour to allow some upgrades... more...

July 03, 2007

Matchday ticket prices confirmed The club has confirmed how much individual matchday tickets will cost supporters. Category A and B games have been reintroduced;... more...

Friendly tickets on general sale Tickets for Sunderland's friendly games against Darlington and Scunthorpe will go on general sale from 10am on Thursday 5 July.... more...

July 02, 2007

Fixture list to be finalised this week The club has confirmed that it expects the majority of the 2007/08 fixture list to be confirmed later this week,... more...

Lights out at the Stadium of Light As part of the nationwide ban on smoking in public places which took effect on Sunday 1 July, the Stadium... more...

July 01, 2007

More RTG Downtime expected The more alert of you will have noticed that RTG was unavailable for a couple of hours twice last week.... more...

June 13, 2007

SAFC Fixtures 2007-2008 As most of you will already know, we are unable to bring you the SAFC fixtures due to the FAPL... more...

June 12, 2007

Sunderland Supporters' Trust - a response RTG recently hosted a poll for the proposed Sunderland Supporters' Trust so that the SST steering committee could get an... more...

TICKET NEWS: Darlo and Scunthorpe pre-season friendlies The club has confirmed ticketing details for the forthcoming pre season friendly games against Darlington and Scunthorpe. If you had... more...

June 10, 2007

How Sunderland will share in the Premiership's riches Many people complain that the cash generated by the Premiership for its member clubs only helps to widen the gulf... more...

May 31, 2007

Deadline approaching for season ticket direct debit offer SAFC are reminding supporters that the offer allowing you to spread the cost of a season ticket by using direct... more...

May 30, 2007

New Limited Edition SAFC History Book advance orders Paul Days who was the main author of "Sunderland AFC: The Official History 1879-2000" has announced that he is producing... more...

May 23, 2007

SAFC pre-season tour of Ireland - sold out! The club has advised today that all matches on the pre-season tour of Ireland have sold out: Bohemians v SAFC... more...

May 18, 2007

Darlo and Scunthorpe Confirmed The club have confirmed two additional pre-season friendlies. These are both before the Irish tour. SAFC will play at Darlington... more...

May 11, 2007

In Sunderland we Trust In Sunderland We Trust? Towards the end of last season’s disastrous campaign, when there were demonstrations outside the hallowed Sunderland... more...

RTG Downtime Some parts of RTG including the message boards will be unavailable for up to an hour this evening (Friday 11th... more...

May 10, 2007

Its the letter season Just like buses, none for months then a load together. In response to the letter we published yesterday we have... more...

May 09, 2007

Letter to RTG Its not often we publish letters these days, but I feel the following one is worthy of reproducing here, not... more...

May 07, 2007

Its the end of the season ...and that means its time for the now legendary RTG/ALS End of Season Poll. Place your votes here... more...

May 02, 2007

We have won nothing yet Whilst most Sunderland fans would consider this season a major success regardless of the results this coming Sunday, messrs Quinn... more...

Darren Ward Announces Retirement Darren Ward has announced his retirement from international football, requesting not to be considered for the Wales squad. Wales Manager... more...

April 29, 2007

We're up! Quinny, Keano and the players give their views Niall Quinn, Roy Keane and some of the squad have spoken today about how it feels for SAFC to have... more...

Crystal Palace 2 Derby County 0 Need we say more?... more...

April 25, 2007

Stadium Alight - Fire at SoL Tyne & Wear Fire & Rescue have confirmed that a fault with electrical bar equipment was the cause of a... more...

April 12, 2007

Worst kept secret revealed SAFC today announced a sponsorship deal which won't surprise many people. As widely rumoured, the Irish bookmakers, Boylesports will be... more...

April 11, 2007

RTG Website Problems Those of you who are early risers will have noticed that the website hasn't always been fully available early in... more...

April 02, 2007

Billingham and District Supporters Branch Annual 32 mile Charity Walk Once again the Billingham and District Supporters Branch will be walking 32 miles though the night from Billingham to the... more...

April 01, 2007

Niall Quinn's taxi cabs are the best Niall Quinn's taxi cabs are the best, So shove it up your bollocks Easy-Jet, Fat Fred would never do this... more...

March 30, 2007

SMB Ladies Try to Raise £1000 for Bowel Cancer Several of the female regulars on our message boards are planning on running the Great Women's Run in Sunderland in... more...

March 23, 2007

Final home game switched The club has announced that Sunderland's final home game of the season is being moved, for transmission on Sky Sports.... more...

March 09, 2007

Niall Quinn on Radio Newcastle For those who missed Niall's interview on Radio Newcastle last night, it is available in full from the BBC here... more...

March 06, 2007

Ask Quinny! SAFC Chairman Niall Quinn will be answering supporters' questions during a live Q+A session this Thursday night, on BBC Radio... more...

February 20, 2007

Links and Jinxes In The Playoffs Finally, thanks to Keano who has changed the club around dramatically in only six wonderful months, we can now forget... more...

2007/08 season ticket details SAFC has confirmed that supporters who want to buy a season ticket for the 2007/08 season can get one at... more...

February 19, 2007

Barnsley game kickoff time brought forward The club have announced that the kickoff time for the forthcoming away game against Barnsley (10 March) has been brought... more...

February 14, 2007

Club warns supporters of parking restrictions The club has warned supporters attending home matches that extra parking restrictions will be enforced starting from this Saturday's game... more...

February 12, 2007

Collingwood guest of honour for Derby game The club has confirmed that England cricketer Paul Collingwood will be Niall Quinn's guest of honour when the club play... more...

January 20, 2007

Keane talks of Sunderland's "outstanding" support Gaffer Roy Keane has spoken of his appreciation for Sunderland's "outstanding" supporters at both home and away games, after it... more...

January 16, 2007

Rowell appeals to Stadium litterbugs Sunderland legend turned pundit Gary Rowell has appealed for supporters attending matches at the Stadium of Light not to drop... more...

December 04, 2006

Derby (H) moved for Sky Sports SAFC have advised that the scheduled home game against Derby County in February has been moved back for transmission on... more...

December 03, 2006

Sunderland draw Preston away in FA Cup Sunderland have drawn Preston away in the third round proper of the FA Cup, with all ties to be played... more...

December 02, 2006

FA Cup Third Round Draw The draw for the third round of the FA Cup takes place on Sunday 3rd December after the Salisbury vs... more...

November 23, 2006

Scarborough Football Club Scarborough Football Club is in desperate trouble. Essentially the club is £2 million in debt, we have plans to move... more...

November 10, 2006

Cash turnstiles for Saturday's match The club has confirmed that cash turnstiles will be in operation for Saturday's match at home to Southampton. The turnstiles... more...

November 07, 2006

SAFC to wear 'poppy' kits this weekend Sunderland's team will once again be wearing specially designed shirts incorporating a poppy logo this Saturday to mark Armistice Day.... more...

October 21, 2006

SPAM emails "from RTG" Over the last 19 hours we have been receiving over 10,000 rejection emails every hour from email servers rejecting emails... more...

October 16, 2006

Traffic news from Stoke City FC Stoke City FC have released the following advice for supporters travelling to Tuesday night's game: "Fans travelling to Tuesday night's... more...

September 12, 2006

Another match moved for TV... Another Sunderland fixture has been moved so that it can be shown live on Sky Sports. It was recently announced... more...

September 08, 2006

Two visiting teams to have ticket allocations cut It's been revealed that two teams who will visit the Stadium of Light this season will have their ticket allocations... more...

September 06, 2006

Derby v SAFC - going....going........... Sunderland have announced that only 200 tickets remain on sale (fewer or none by the time you read this!) for... more...

September 05, 2006

Reporters/Feature Writers required We've recently recruited several new match reporters, but the pages of RTG are still rather sadly neglected and we need... more...

August 30, 2006

Keane Quotes Selected quotes from Tuesday's myriad of interviews with the new gaffer, for those who didn't see any coverage, can't be... more...

August 28, 2006

Keano's assistant - Tony Loughlan The club has confirmed that Roy Keane's assistant will NOT be Brian Kidd, as speculated - but one Tony Loughlan.... more...

Keane Signs 3 Year Deal - but no Kidd Roy Keane has today signed a 3 year contract the club has confirmed. His assistant will not be Brian Kidd... more...

August 27, 2006

Roy Keane - career outline ROY KEANE – NEW MANAGER OF SUNDERLAND AFC Full name: Roy Maurice Keane DOB: 10 August 1971, Cork, Republic of... more...

Roy Keane confirmed as SAFC's new manager Sunderland have tonight (Sunday 27 August) confirmed that Roy Keane has agreed terms to become the club's new manager. A... more...

August 25, 2006

Press conference There has been a press conference called at the Stadium of Light for 11am this morning. We can't think what... more...

July 30, 2006

Positions vacant: Home match report writer Following in the honourable tradition set down by the Quinnsortium in leaving it fashionably late to appoint a key member... more...

July 27, 2006

Takeover Complete Drumaville have today completed their takeover of SAFC. The Consortium have just failed to get the 90% of the shares... more...

July 25, 2006

Quinn Fails Niall Quinn has failed in his first task as Chairman Elect at Sunderland. He has failed to appoint the top... more...

July 23, 2006

The New Manager Is... Niall Quinn Well at least it is if Sky Sports are to be believed tonight. They are reporting that his... more...

July 21, 2006

Kelvin the Klown Terms Agreed Saints manager George Burley has confirmed that a deal has been agreed with Sunderland for Kelvin Davis. Its reported that... more...

Mick McCarthy appointed as manager of Wolves Wolves have confirmed that Mick McCarthy has been re-united with Sunderland's sensational defender from last year, Gary Breen and will... more...

July 19, 2006

Rotherham 0 - 2 Sunderland Daryl Murphy grabbed another goal and Ben Alnwick kept another clean sheet in tonights match at Rotherham. Jon Stead (yes... more...

Message Board Downtime The RTG Message Boards will shut down at 8pm tonight and will remain unavailable until at least 11pm. Due to... more...

Quinn breaks 1st pledges? Or it could be just me dreaming it, but I'm sure he said we wouldn't sign players or renegotiate contracts... more...

July 15, 2006

Lads win a match Forest Green 0 Sunderland 3 Premier League here we come. We hope to have a full report later, but the... more...

July 11, 2006

Sunderland go to Ireland Shelbourne FC, the Eircom League team have announced that they have a friendly arranged with the lads on Monday 24th... more...

July 09, 2006

Keano, Deano, Quinninio, Arca Its been a hectic week at the Stadium of Light. Reading have had their £1.2 million offer for Dean Whitehead... more...

July 07, 2006

Millmoor Friendly Confirmed The lads have confirmed another sensational pre-season friendly in foreign lands. This time they visit Rotherham at 7.45pm on Wednesday... more...

July 04, 2006

Another Friendly Arranged The lads will be playing Conference side, Forest Green on Saturday July 15th at 3pm. Forest Green manager Gary Owers... more...

July 03, 2006

Takeover Started - they want 90% of shares Recommended Cash Offer for Sunderland Limited by KC Capital Limited on behalf of Drumaville Limited. The Board of Drumaville and... more...

Press Conference at 12.30 SAFC have confirmed that there will be a press conference and announcement at 12.30 today. RTG will bring you further... more...

June 29, 2006

Murray's Last Day Well we still don't know if the Quinn Consortium's takeover will be completed this week or not, but one thing... more...

Jimmy McNab Dies Former Sunderland defender Jimmy McNab has died aged 66 after a short illness. McNab will be remembered by many as... more...

June 26, 2006

Deal Done So far this morning here is still no official confirmation that the consortium have made an acceptable offer to Bob,... more...

May 28, 2006

What do we think of the Stadium of Light? The psychologists at The University of Sunderland want to know what we think about the Stadium of Light. They have... more...

May 17, 2006

More Players Leave Well one more player has left presumably to follow his Premiership ambitions as the club has announced that they are... more...

May 11, 2006

Elliott has op. Stephen Elliott yesterday had an operation on the ankle injury that has kept him out for the last 6 weeks.... more...

May 10, 2006

RTG/ALS End of Season Survey Its that time of the year again. The season has ended and its time to plan your holidays. Its also... more...

May 05, 2006

Survey and prize draw Northumbria University are currently researching a range of football issues and gathering the opinions of a wide range of football... more...

May 04, 2006

Sunderland Win Champions League Well okay we didn't, but we did just win a home game so its a start. Sunderland 2 (Two) -... more...

April 28, 2006

Formal Takeover Talks Commenced The Club has today confirmed that formal takeover talks have commenced with Niall Quinn's consortium. The brief statement to shareholders... more...

April 10, 2006

Peter Turns The following text was taken from the West Yorkshire Police Website If you have any information about Peter, please contact... more...

Mackem Poetry Poetry means many things to many people. Loosely translated, it is a short piece of imaginative writing, personal in its... more...

April 08, 2006

SAFC v Fulham: club statement and Bally's reaction The club has advised that supporters who attended today's abandoned game against Fulham should retain their ticket stubs; season ticket... more...

March 31, 2006

King Quinn The rumours that Niall Quinn is organising a takeover bid for Sunderland refuse to go away and indeed the lack... more...

March 06, 2006

Oooh Bally Bally Well thats it. Mick has gone. The fact that McCarthy was sacked probably doesn't surprise many people. However the timing... more...

February 26, 2006

Fancy Playing at the Stadium of Light? Ever dream of a dazzling debut for Sunderland? Of hearing the crowd go wild as you step out onto the... more...

Hiding in the Shadow of Hillsborough - an article from www.standupsitdown.co.uk www.standupsitdown.co.uk Since our inception in July 2004, Stand Up Sit Down have always concentrated on current arguments in our case... more...

February 25, 2006

Message Board/Chat Room Downtime Today The RTG Message Boards and chatroom will be unavailable from 8pm this evening (Saturday 25th February) for up to 2... more...

January 11, 2006

Free travel offer for rearranged Rovers' game Blackburn Rovers have confirmed that they will cover costs for all Sunderland supporters using official SAFC-arranged transport to get to... more...

January 10, 2006

SAFC confirm rearranged Blackburn game SAFC have confirmed that the Blackburn game, posponed from December, will be played on Wednesday 15 February with an 8pm... more...

January 09, 2006

Sunderland play Brentford away in FAC 4th Round The draw for the 4th round proper of the FA Cup has just been made, and Sunderland will play Brentford.... more...

January 08, 2006

Draw for the FA Cup 4th Round Sunderland today guaranteed themselves prizemoney of £40,000 for progressing successfully to the 4th round of the FA Cup with a... more...

December 30, 2005

Cash turnstiles for Everton game SAFC have confirmed that the following cash turnstiles will be in operation for the game against Everton on New Year's... more...

Man City v SAFC - put back for Sky Sports Sky Sports have confirmed that SAFC's away game against Man City will be delayed nearly 24 hours in order to... more...

December 23, 2005

Stadium of White - Protest on Boxing Day Sunderland fans will attempt to turn the Stadium of Light into the Stadium of White as a show of protest... more...

December 20, 2005

Impressive Performance by Steve Caldwell Unfortunately, this time its not on a footy pitch. Radio Newcastle are broadcasting a footy v rugby quiz on boxing... more...

Poooooooooom to stay at Arsenal Despite what many would see as a goalkeeping crisis at SAFC, Mart Poom's loan period at Arsenal has been extended... more...

December 15, 2005

Ten Questions for Bob Murray We have received the following letter from Keith Bell for publication. Its fairly clear which side of the Murray Fence... more...

December 09, 2005

World Cup Draw Group A Germany Costa Rica Poland Ecuador Group B England Paraguay Trinidad & Tobago Sweden Group C Argentina Ivory Coast... more...

December 08, 2005

FA Cup game will be on a Sunday Sunderland's planned FA Cup 3rd round game against either Northwich Victoria or Woking will be played on Sunday 8 January,... more...

Message Board/Chatroom Maintenance The RTG Message Boards and Chat Room will be shutdown at 9pm (GMT) tonight, Thursday 8th December for approximately 2... more...

December 04, 2005

FA Cup 3rd Round Draw Sunderland will play either Woking or Northwich Victoria at the Stadium of Light in the 3rd round of the FA... more...

November 28, 2005

What was Mick thinking? From RTG correspondent 'Kev Turvey' I've been thinking back to the end of May 2005, and trying to think what... more...

November 25, 2005

Whitehead Signs Extension Dean Whitehead has today extended his contract by an additional 2 years. Whitehead arrived initially on a 3 year deal... more...

November 24, 2005

North East England Fans – Regional Forum – Monday 28th November 2005 Date: Monday 28th November 2005 Time: 7.30pm Venue: Copt Hill Pub (The Captains Suite), Houghton-le-Spring, Tyne and Wear. (located 0.8miles... more...

November 11, 2005

More SAFC games moved for Sky Sports coverage Sky TV have announced two more games involving Sunderland which will be shown live on Sky Sports. Our home game... more...

November 07, 2005

See Sunderland v Chelsea from the Directors "Box" Jersey Hospice Care has a pair of hospitality tickets for the game up for auction. This includes a pair of... more...

November 05, 2005

Mick defends his summer spending Mick McCarthy has defended his summer tranfer spending after growing criticism of players such as Kelvin Davis and Jon Stead,... more...

November 03, 2005

Under-fire keeper may be rested for Arsenal game Mick McCarthy has hinted that under-fire goalie Kelvin Davis may be rested for this weekend's visit to Highbury. Davis has... more...

SAFC to wear 'poppy' kits this weekend SAFC will be helping to raise funds for the Royal British Legion once again this year by wearing a special... more...

Another 'Night with Mick' The club has announced that it's going to hold another 'Night With Mick' talk-in at the Stadium of Light. The... more...

Message Board Maintenance The RTG Message boards and chat room will be unavailable until approximately 9am today due to essential maintenance.... more...

October 29, 2005

New date for Liverpool game Sunderland have announced the rearranged date for the postponed Liverpool game which was due to be held at the Stadium... more...

October 28, 2005

Arca, Bassilla, McCartney, Wright, Kyle, Piper, Healy all out What injury problems? Arca, Bassilla, McCartney, Wright, Kyle, Piper, Healy all out. Breen, Stubbs and Collins (Danny) all doubtful. Ten... more...

October 27, 2005

SAFC supporters get parking ticket let-off....just this once Did you park at the Sunderland Retail Park close to the Stadium when you went to watch the Lads take... more...

October 24, 2005

Mackems not involved in Toon trouble Northumbria police have said today that no Sunderland supporters were involved in the violence after the Tyne-Wear derby match on... more...

Return of the 'Sold Out' signs!! The club has confirmed that Tuesday night's league cup game against Arsenal (25 October) has sold out. Turnstiles will open... more...

October 20, 2005

View from the dark side With the Derby only days away, our brave reporter has risked life and limb to bring you an interview from... more...

October 07, 2005

No New Setback for Kyle Following an abundance of reports from many unofficial websites and even from normally reliable sources such as the BBC, the... more...

October 03, 2005

Bassila to miss Mancs and Mags' matches? It seems tonight that newcomer Christian Bassila could miss both the forthcoming games against Man Utd (Oct 15) and Newcastle... more...

September 24, 2005

League (Carling) Cup Draw Sunderland have drawn a team they put out of the league cup a couple of seasons ago ..... Arsenal. The... more...

September 23, 2005

Carling Cup 3rd Round Draw Saturday 24th September sees the draw for the 3rd round of the League Cup, at 12.15pm. The draw will be... more...

The return of Craig Russell Following in Kevin Ball's footsteps, another former SAFC star has returned to the club. Craig Russell made his debut for... more...

RTG and Hurricane Rita The RTG Webserver is located in Houston, Texas directly in the path of hurricane Rita. The datacentre staff are doing... more...

September 22, 2005

Liverpool match (Dec) postponed The Lads' home game against Liverpool in December has been postponed, SAFC announced today. The Reds' involvement in the World... more...

September 20, 2005

Radio N**c***le Want You Radio Newcastle are trying to add to the number of Sunderland supporters on their Fans Forums on BBC Radio Newcastle.... more...

September 06, 2005

RTG Downtime RTG will be unavailable from approximately 11pm on Wednesday 7th September until 6am on Thursday 8th September. This is to... more...

August 27, 2005

League Cup 2nd round draw: Sunderland play..... Sunderland have been drawn at home to Cheltenham Town in the second leg of the League Cup. All ties will... more...

August 22, 2005

Sunderland sign midfielder Mick McCarthy is on the brink of signing Frenchman Christian Basilla on a free transfer. The 27 year old had... more...

August 18, 2005

A message from Crabbers and Lord Rowell Simon Crabtree has been in touch today and asked us to pass on a message from himself and Lord Rowell,... more...

Wright Needs Op Stephen Wright will be out for at least 3 months after damaging his medial knee ligaments in training on Monday.... more...

August 15, 2005

Metro and Magic Group regain SAFC commentary rights Metro FM announced today that alongside sister station Magic 1152, it has successfully regained the right to broadcast SAFC match... more...

August 14, 2005

SAFC 1 Charlton 3 - Mick Said... Mick McCarthy was optimistic that the weekend's opening defeat at home to Charlton wasn't a barometer of what to expect... more...

August 11, 2005

2005/06 Squad numbers released Sunderland's squad numbers for the 05/06 season have been confirmed. Mart Poom has lost the coveted no 1 shirt to... more...

Stead gets England U21 call-up One of Mick's many new signings this summer, striker Jon Stead, has received an international call-up. England U21 coach Peter... more...

Reserves' game postponed SAFC reserves' first home game of the new season has been postponed at Mick McCarthy's request. The second string lost... more...

August 10, 2005

Sunderland complete Gray signing Mick McCarthy has signed another striker - Andy Gray from Sheffield United. The 27 year old has joined SAFC on... more...

August 09, 2005

American on Trial Portland Timbers defender Scot Thompson is to have a two week trial at Sunderland. McCarthy was impressed with the second-year... more...

Another keeper signed Mick McCarthy has completed yet another summer signing - this time a fourth choice goalkeeper. Joe Murphy, who will celebrate... more...

August 08, 2005

Langley Park Sportsmans Evening On Friday 2nd September the Langley Park Branch of the Sunderland Supporters Association will be holding a Sportsmens evening at... more...

Gray to sign for Mick? Sheffield United have confirmed that they are in talks with Sunderland about the possibility of striker Andy Gray moving to... more...

Reserves season starts tonight Sunderland's first team may not get their first kick of a ball 'in anger' until this Saturday - but the... more...

New signing gets international call up Sunderland's newest signing, Anthony le Tallec, has received an international call-up. le Tallec, 20, has been selected for the French... more...

Lennie signs contract extension Midfielder Liam "Lennie" Lawrence has agreed a one year extension to his existing contract, SAFC today confirmed. Lawrence joined Sunderland... more...

Charlton confirm Myhre move Sunderland's first Premiership opponents for the new season, Charlton Athletic, have today confirmed that they've signed goalkeeper Thomas Myhre. Myhre... more...

August 06, 2005

SAFC announce away kit launch event Sunderland AFC’s new away kit is to go on sale on the evening of Thursday 11th August 2005 at 8pm... more...

August 04, 2005

Andy Welsh Signs Contract Extension Andy Welsh who joined on an initial one-and-a-half year deal until June 2006, has extended the deal for a... more...

August 02, 2005

One Day Two Signings Alan Stubbs and Anthony Le Tallec have both signed for the club today. Stubbs on a one year deal with... more...

July 30, 2005

Final Score Sheffield United 1 - 0 Sunderland... more...

Match Commentary This afternoon's friendly commentary available here... more...

Message Boards Progress Update There were problems with the restoring of the database from a backup copy last night. I am now restoring from... more...

July 29, 2005

Message Boards Downtime - Update A database restore is now in progress (8.30pm). These usually take at least 2 hours so it is unlikely that... more...

Message Boards/Chatroom downtime today The Message Boards and chatroom will be unavailable for a few hours from 6pm tonight whilst we upgrade the software... more...

July 27, 2005

SAFC launches "Black Cats Travel" Sunderland AFC have launched a unique travel operating company in partnership with Hays Travel to offer supporters unrivalled holiday deals.... more...

July 25, 2005

Bridges completes move to Bristol Michael Bridges has, as expected, passed a medical and completed his move to Bristol City FC today. Mickey, 26, was... more...

July 22, 2005

Bridges to complete move this weekend Sunderland striker Mickey Bridges has agreed terms for a one-year contract with League One side Bristol City and will sign... more...

July 18, 2005

Ex-SAFC player makin it possible for Mick to bag Clarke? Media in Staffordshire are speculating today that an ex-Sunderland player's move to Stoke could well pave the way for the... more...

July 17, 2005

Four players doubtful for next game Mick McCarthy has confirmed that four players are receiving medical treatment and are doubts for Wednesday's game against Seattle Sounders.... more...

July 14, 2005

BC To Play Soccer Giants Sunderland AFC Roughly translated I think it means that the British Columbia All Stars are to play a game of footy against... more...

July 11, 2005

Who's in, who's out: the Hokey Cokey Files Remember last summer, to keep track of who was supposedly coming and going from SAFC, we created the Hokey Cokey... more...

SAFCSA Dinner marred by trouble A dinner to mark the 40th anniversary of the SAFC Supporters' Association (SAFCSA) was marred by violence last Friday night,... more...

Piper signs contract extension SAFC have tonight confirmed that Matty Piper has signed a one-year extension to his existing contract, which will see him... more...

Ex-Sunderland connection continues at Hartlepool Newly-appointed Monkey Hangers' gaffer Martin Scott has completed the signing of former Sunderland striker Michael Proctor. Proctor joined Sunderland as... more...

Thornton to sign for Rovers? .......Doncaster Rovers, that is! Sunderland have confirmed that wantaway/misfit midfielder (depending on whose side of the story you believe) Sean... more...

July 06, 2005

SAFC confirm AZ Alkmaar friendly Sunderland AFC today confirmed that the Club will take on UEFA Cup semi-finalists AZ Alkmaar in their final warm-up game... more...

July 05, 2005

Leeds Midfielder Signs Mick McCarthy has made his sixth signing of the summer, getting 19 year old Leeds midfielder Martin Woods on a... more...

Ticket Office Switches to Higher Priced Phone Number The club has implemented a new hotline number for ticketing enquiries and bookings. The number, 0845 671 1973, can be... more...

June 26, 2005

Key dates for the coming season 14 JULY: Pre season friendly: Victoria State 16 JULY: Pre season friendly: Vancouver Whitecaps 20 JULY: Pre season friendly: Seattle... more...

June 24, 2005

New Away Kit The shirt is predominantly black and features red and silver panels on the sleeves with a red strip down... more...

June 23, 2005

Opening Fixtures Sunderland will take on Charlton Athletic at the Stadium of Light in the opening game of the 2005-06 Barclays Premiership... more...

June 22, 2005

Miller Signing Confirmed As expected, the club today completed the signing of Tommy Miller from Ipswich Town. The attacking midfielder, who was out... more...

Pre-season friendly - change of venue Sunderland have announced a change of venue for one of their pre-season friendlies in Canada this summer. The first game... more...

June 21, 2005

New kits launch date revealed SAFC have announced the dates when they will reveal the new home and away strips for the 05/06 and 06/07... more...

June 16, 2005

Reserves pre-season friendly in Yorkshire SAFC has confirmed that the reserves will play a pre-season friendly against Scarborough FC on the final weekend of the... more...

Miller WILL sign on Wednesday 22nd Ipswich midfielder Tommy Miller will sign on the dotted line for Mick McCarthy when he returns from honeymoon next week.... more...

June 15, 2005

Who's in, who's out: the Hokey Cokey files Remember last summer, to keep track of who was supposedly coming and going from SAFC, we created the Hokey Cokey... more...

June 14, 2005

Lynch leaves Sunderland AFC today confirmed that defender Mark Lynch is to join Championship new boys Hull City. Lynch signed for the... more...

Mick signs another! Press release from Sunderland AFC: Mick McCarthy secured his fourth summer transfer today when he clinched the signing of goalkeeper... more...

June 13, 2005

Stead turns down Charlton for SAFC! Following weeks of rumours, Blackburn Rovers striker Jon Stead has signed for Sunderland today. The 22 year old Huddersfield-born player... more...

June 10, 2005

New evening kickoff time announced Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland AFC will revert back to a 7.45pm kick-off for midweek games after a poll... more...

Nyron Nosworthy - the details The club have confirmed the signing of defender Nyron Nosworthy from Gillingham. The 24-year-old, who was the Gills’ regular right-back... more...

2nd Summer Signing Completed The official website is reporting that we have signed 24 year old right-back Nyron Nosworthy from Gillingham on a 2... more...

June 08, 2005

Miller: no decision till late June Tommy Miller will not make a decision on where his immediate playing future lies until late in June, it's been... more...

June 07, 2005

Poom: ANOTHER op! The club confirmed today that Mart Poom has had an operation on his knee. The Estonian international had been reported... more...

SAFC issues 'retained' list Sunderland AFC today announced its retained list for the 2005-06 season. Out of contract players who have been released include... more...

June 06, 2005

SAFC Confirms New kit Press Release from SAFC Sunderland AFC is pleased to announce a new kit sponsorship with Lonsdale a brand with a... more...

June 03, 2005

1st New Signing Completed The club have formally completed the signing of Republic of Ireland Under-21 forward Daryl Murphy from Waterford for fee of... more...

June 02, 2005

May Competition Winner The winner of our May competition was: Ian Briton from Sunderland. A copy of the cup final DVD will be... more...

June 01, 2005

The club wants your views on evening kickoffs... Sunderland AFC has launched a poll on its official website, safc.com, asking supporters to give their opinion on the preferred... more...

SAFC to keep schtum on signings! Sunderland AFC have this afternoon issued a statement reassuring supporters that they are pursuing a number of options for strengthening... more...

May 27, 2005

Mick in for horses' keeper? Ipswich Town manager Joe Royle has confirmed he's received an approach for goalie Kelvin Davis. Davis, 28, was voted Players'... more...

Half term kids' soccer courses SAFC Foundation is again putting on its two-day soccer courses for kids, during next week's half term holiday. The courses... more...

Kyle to miss start of Premiership? It now looks likely that beleaguered striker Kevin Kyle will miss the start of Sunderland's premiership season, after receiving the... more...

Murray won't reveal transfer budget Sunderland chairman Bob Murray has spoken out as many supporters wonder how much financial backing Mick McCarthy will be given... more...

Blades pre-season friendly announced Sunderland have announced another UK pre-season friendly - this time against Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. The Lads will face... more...

May 26, 2005

The Hokey Cokey Files: Summer 2005 Remember last summer, to keep track of who was supposedly coming and going from SAFC, we created the Hokey Cokey... more...

FA Cup Competition ILC sport have recently launched boxed DVD sets covering the FA Cup Finals of the 70's and 80's which you... more...

Rumour Roundup Latest players rumoured to be joining SAFC are : Frazer Richardson Ken Bates is reported to have described bids of... more...

May 16, 2005

Stickman Released SAFC have today confirmed that Michael Bridges has been given a free transfer. Bridges re-joined the club from Bolton for... more...

May 13, 2005

English Friendly announced The club have confirmed that they will play Hull City in the first domestic pre-season game of the summer. The... more...

May 06, 2005

Marcus Stewart's Last Game The club have confirmed via the official website that this Sunday will be Marcus Stewart's last game for SAFC. Marcus... more...

May 05, 2005

Wrexham's Last Game Ever? ON Saturday 7 May Wrexham FC plays Huddersfield Town in what may be the North Wales club’s last ever league... more...

SAFC promotion parade details Sunderland's promotion celebrations will be rounded off with a special promotion parade on Monday. Mick McCarthy and his team will... more...

This Sunday's pre-match 'turn' is.... The Futureheads! Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland-born band The Futureheads are to perform live at the Stadium of Light... more...

April 30, 2005

Stoke game sold out Sunderland AFC this evening confirmed that the final game of the season - our home game against Stoke City on... more...

April 29, 2005

Champions It will probably be quite a long time before "Herts" sobers up and gives us an official match report. Meanwhile....... more...

Promotion parade confirmed Sunderland City Council has confirmed that the players of SAFC's promotion squad will be able to have a parade to... more...

April 26, 2005

Sunderland Players in PFA Championship Team Three Sunderland players have been named in the PFA's Championship Team of the season. They were Gary Breen, George McCartney... more...

April 24, 2005

End of Season Poll Its that time again. The RTG/ALS annual end of season poll is upon us. The poll is run jointly by... more...

April 23, 2005

Sunderland 2-1 Leicester We won, Ippos didn't, we all got drunk You might get a match report when we sober up.... more...

April 22, 2005

SAFC launch charity wristbands Sunderland AFC has joined the increasing number of organisations selling wristbands to raise money for charity. Mick McCarthy this morning... more...

April 18, 2005

Reserves game postponed SAFC has announced that tonight's reserves match against Bolton at the Archibalds Stadium in Durham has been postponed. Persistent heavy... more...

April 16, 2005

Sunderland striker goes Down Under Sunderland striker Neil Teggart has signed for Australian side Perth Glory, in Australia's Hyundai A-League. Teggsy, 20, signed for Sunderland... more...

April 13, 2005

Casino plan canned It looks like the plan to locate a massive casino on the waste ground next to the Stadium of Light... more...

April 10, 2005

Sunderland Promoted as Champions Sunderland AFC Women clinched promotion to the Premiership today coming back from 2-0 down away at Stockport Ladies to a... more...

April 03, 2005

Club confirm extra pre-season game The club has today announced an extra game on the pre-season tour of America/Canada in July. The lads start the... more...

April 01, 2005

Title Decider this weekend? The next few fixtures for Mick McCarthy's side will determine which level they will compete at next season, Sunderland AFC... more...

March 31, 2005

Mick lands 'Manager of the Month' award for March Mick McCarthy has been named the Championship's manager of the month for March, after steering Sunderland to the top of... more...

March 30, 2005

Fill the Millennium Stadium for the first ever Fans Final ON Sunday 10 April Wrexham and Southend United contest the LDV Final at Cardiff’s Millennium Stadium. But win or lose,... more...

March 24, 2005

Brian Deane career history Name: Brian Deane DOB: 7th February 1968 Place of Birth: Leeds, UK Height: 6' 3" Position: Forward International caps: England... more...

Sunderland Match on Sunday Sunderland AFC Women v Manchester City LFC Academy of Light, 27th March 2pm ko Those amongst you who are feeling... more...

Deano Signs Sunderland AFC today completed the transfer deadline day signing of striker Brian Deane from Leeds The Yorkshire-born former England international... more...

March 21, 2005

QPR allocation sold out but Wigan still on sale... SAFC has advised us that the club's allocation of just under 3,000 tickets for the QPR game (Sat 2nd April)... more...

March 18, 2005

Re-live some of this season's games - on DVD! Sunderland supporters now have the chance to re-live their most memorable games at the Stadium of Light. Beginning with Tuesday... more...

March 17, 2005

Advance warning of Queen Alex Bridge restrictions SAFC would like to advise their supporters of forthcoming repair work on the Queen Alexandra Bridge, which will commence Monday... more...

March 15, 2005

Injury news update Mart Poom has returned to light training but will not be fit for tonight's game. Mark Lynch is continuing treatment... more...

Striker agrees new deal Striker Chris Brown has agreed a contract extension. The deal will see 20 year old Brown stay at the Stadium... more...

March 14, 2005

Cambridge United Saturday 19th March 2005, 3pm Cambridge United v Wycombe Wanderers Abbey Stadium, Cambridge Cambridge Fans United, the Cambridge United supporters’... more...

March 11, 2005

West Ham game brought forward for TV Sky have picked another of Sunderland AFC's games as a televised match - meaning three of the club's six games... more...

March 10, 2005

Sporting Index Weekend Promotions Spread betting bookmaker Sporting Index is running a full range of markets on the FA Cup Quarter Final matches this... more...

Injury news boost ahead of Crewe Mick McCarthy has had good news about injury worries ahead of Saturday's match at Gresty Road. Julio Arca, sidelined with... more...

March 05, 2005

Women aim to stay top Sunderland AFC Women aim to consolidate their position at the top of the Northern Division on Sunday when they travel... more...

March 02, 2005

Tonight's reserve game in doubt Due to the return of the wintry weather, tonight's reserves game at Durham is in doubt, say SAFC. There will... more...

March 01, 2005

Skipper's just a frustrated striker! Mick McCarthy has revealed that skipper Gary Breen regularly plays out of position in training matches - and Breen doesn't... more...

Season ticket prices for 2005/06 Sunderland AFC today announced season ticket renewal details for the 2005/06 season, with an unprecedented price freeze for a sixth... more...

February 24, 2005

"Legion of Light" magazine Sunderland AFC would like to advise supporters that it is aware of an error caused by our mailing house with... more...

Ipswich (A) and Reading (H) games moved for Sky Sunderland's forthcoming games against Reading and Ipswich have been moved so they can be shown live on Sky Sports. The... more...

February 22, 2005

No room for Sean against Rotherham? Mick McCarthy seems set to resist calls for him to name Sean Thornton in the squad to face Rotherham at... more...

SAFC confirm pre-season tour Sunderland will play the Vancouver Whitecaps in July as part of a three-game pre-season tour of North America. Mick McCarthy... more...

February 19, 2005

Free mobile phone with free line rental Yes you did read the headline correctly. Ready To Go in association with mobileshop.co.uk can now offer you a free... more...

Brighton 2 SAFC 1 - Mick's view There was no surprise by Brighton's shape, I expected them to match us with a 4-4-2 formation. The game wasn't... more...

February 18, 2005

Save the FA Cup “Save our FA Cup” is the urgent call from the national football supporters’ group in England and Wales. The Football... more...

February 17, 2005

"Mick sez..." Mick McCarthy tonight gave an hour of his day to go to BBC Radio Newcastle and answer questions from Sunderland... more...

February 13, 2005

Whitley gets contract extension Midfielder Jeff Whitley has landed a 12 month contract extension at Sunderland. A clause requested by Mick McCarthy in Whitley's... more...

February 11, 2005

Any questions for Mick? Sunderland manager Mick McCarthy is doing a phone-in on BBC Radio Newcastle next Thursday, 17th February from 6-7 pm Sunderland... more...

February 08, 2005

Mick signs another Irish starlet? The BBC are reporting that Mick McCarthy has signed another young Irish starlet. Hot on the heels of last week's... more...

Julio: 10 more wins will do it Julio Arca says he thinks ten more wins will definitely see Sunderland return to the Premiership. Sunderland are equal second... more...

February 03, 2005

Know a miser? The BBC is making a new TV series and wants to hear from the nation’s most legendary penny-pinchers and renowned... more...

January 31, 2005

Elliott gets another senior call up Striker Stephen Elliott has been rewarded for his performances with Sunderland by being called up for Ireland's senior squad again.... more...

January 29, 2005

Burnley confirm Oster signing Burnley FC have confirmed that they have completed the signing of sacked Sunderland midfielder John Oster. The Welsh international was... more...

Mick signs a midfielder Mick McCarthy has completed the signing of young Irish midfielder Billy Dennehy. Dennehy, 17, had a trial with Sunderland last... more...

January 27, 2005

Oster's contract cancelled Reports are emerging tonight that Sunderland AFC have cancelled the contract of John Oster. The Welshman went on loan to... more...

Oster to Burnley? Only a rumour at this point and we don't have the photographs to prove it, but our spies in the... more...

Watford Game to go ahead Despite there not being enough police to control a possible Sunderland v Everton replay on Saturday 12th Feb, it would... more...

Change to Forest reserves game date Sunderland AFC today confirmed that the forthcoming FA Premier Reserve League fixture against Nottingham Forest has been switched to Monday... more...

January 26, 2005

Everton replay date switched In the event of Everton and Sunderland finishing this Saturday's 4th round game with honours even, the date of the... more...

Kyle aims for February return Kevin Kyle has spoken of his hope to return to competitive action hopefully as soon as next month. The Scot... more...

January 23, 2005

Kyle back in training Mick McCarthy has revealed that striker Kevin Kyle has resumed some light training in the hope that it'll help him... more...

January 22, 2005

Mick: Poom has to earn the right to play Mick McCarthy said tonight that his first choice keeper at the moment will continue to be Thomas Myhre, despite Mart... more...

No move for Le Tallec Rumours of a move to Sunderland for Liverpool player Antony le Tallec seem destined to come to nothing. The French-born... more...

January 21, 2005

Cash turnstiles - SAFC v Sheffield Utd Sunderland AFC would like to advise supporters that cash turnstiles will be in operation at the Stadium of Light for... more...

January 20, 2005

Murray takeover almost complete SAFC Chairman Bob Murray's takeover of the club seems to be almost complete. The chairman announced earlier this month that... more...

January 18, 2005

SAFC thanks supporters for appeal generosity Sunderland AFC today thanked supporters who attended the recent FA Cup 3rd Round tie against Crystal Palace at the Stadium... more...

January 16, 2005

Win the shirt off Julio's back! Monday 17th January is the day that UK Radio Aid happens across all UK commercial radio stations, to benefit the... more...

McCarthy linked with defender and keeper Recent tabloid reports have linked Sunderland with possible moves for a defender and goalkeeper. Stoke city captain Clive Clarke, who... more...

January 11, 2005

Club confirms reduced Cardiff allocation Further to indications given last week, Cardiff City FC have been given a reduced ticket allocation for their league match... more...

January 10, 2005

Reserves fixture vs Liverpool rearranged Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their forthcoming reserve fixture against Liverpool, due to take place on Wednesday 19th January 2005,... more...

Lads get away draw at Everton in FA Cup The FA Cup 4th Round Draw has given Sunderland an away fixture at Everton: Derby v Watford/Fulham Man U/Exeter v... more...

January 09, 2005

FA Cup 4th Round draw The draw for the 4th round of the FA Cup takes place on Monday 10th January at 1.30pm GMT. The... more...

January 08, 2005

Stadium Damaged but Match ON Sunderland AFC have confirmed that today's FA Cup 3rd Round tie against Crystal Palace will go ahead as scheduled. Minor... more...

January 06, 2005

Cardiff warned their SoL allocation could be cut Supporters of Cardiff City FC have been warned that they could be the lastest club to visit the Stadium of... more...

January 04, 2005

Murray prepared to buy SAFC outright SAFC Chairman Bob Murray has indicated that he wants to buy the club outright, save for a very small minority... more...

January 02, 2005

Kyle set for long layoff? Mick McCarthy has hinted that striker Kevin Kyle may be set to extend his current layoff. Kyle has already had... more...

December 31, 2004

SAFC to investigate Oster breach of discipline Sunderland will hold their own investigation into the alleged incident involving John Oster at Leeds United's Christmas party. Black Cats... more...

Leeds cut short Oster's loan Leeds United have sent John Oster back to Sunderland early from his loan spell at Elland Road. Oster was arrested... more...

Mick relishing Palace return to SoL Mick McCarthy says he can't wait for Sunderland to get their chance to avenge their defeat to Crystal Palace in... more...

SAFC to observe silence for Tsunami victims Sunderland AFC is to join all Football League clubs in holding a period of silence to remember the victims of... more...

Striker to go out on loan Black Cats striker Neil Teggart is to join Coca Cola League side Scunthorpe United on a month's loan. The 20-year-old... more...

Burnley away game rescheduled Sunderland AFC today confirmed that the forthcoming Coca Cola Championship fixture against Burnley at Turf Moor has been selected for... more...

December 30, 2004

Bohs confirm Irish striker on trial with Lads Irish football club Bohemians FC have confirmed that their young striker Stephen Ward is to have a trial with SAFC... more...

December 29, 2004

Fringe players in contention for Preston game/betting odds Some of Mick McCarthy's fringe players will come into contention for a place in the team to face 12th-placed Preston... more...

SAFC to be fined for Forest match bookings Sunderland will be fined £5,000 by the Football Association after having seven players booked in their win at Nottingham Forest... more...

December 23, 2004

Bridges gets his goal Michael Bridges has been credited with the winning goal in Sunderland’s 2-1 victory over Burnley. The goal was the subject... more...

December 22, 2004

SAFC v Boro in the cup? Sunderland's youth side have been drawn against Middlesbrough in the 4th round of the FA Youth Cup. The Black Cat's... more...

Boxing Day local travel arrangements With thanks to SMB poster "SAFCHIBS" A half hourly timetable will operate between 09:30 hrs and about 17:30 hrs plus... more...

Players visit local hospitals Sunderland's players were full of holiday spirit today as the entire squad split up to visit local hospitals in Sunderland... more...

December 20, 2004

Reserves fixture rearrangements Sunderland AFC today confirmed two changes to its FA Premier Reserve League fixture list. The fixture against Middlesbrough, originally scheduled... more...

Statue for Stokoe - target reached! The Statue for Stokoe appeal fund has reached its target of £73,000 after the announcement of contributions from Sunderland AFC... more...

December 14, 2004

Kyler sidelined until new year Kevin Kyle has received a setback in his recovery from a hip operation, and the club say he will now... more...

December 10, 2004

SAFC v Leeds Utd - news SAFC is advising all supporters wishing to attend the forthcoming Boxing Day fixture against Leeds United to purchase their tickets... more...

Greatest Clapper Leaves Club "Dazza" Williams has today completed a permanent move to Cardiff City. The 27-year-old, who has spent a three-month loan spell... more...

December 08, 2004

Bid for exclusive SAFC memorabilia Black Cats' fans are being given the chance to bid for one-off Sunderland memorabilia in the exclusive SAFC Foundation Christmas... more...

SAFC welcomes plans for leisure complex Sunderland AFC today welcomed plans for a spectacular entertainment and leisure complex, adjacent to the Stadium of Light. The Club... more...

December 07, 2004

Reserves' fixture vs Smogs postponed Sunderland AFC's FA Premier Reserve League fixture against Middlesbrough, originally scheduled to take place on Monday 13th December 2004, has... more...

Caldwell red card overturned Sunderland AFC today confirmed that the red card shown to Steven Caldwell in Saturday's Coca Cola Championship clash with West... more...

'Autograph' official defends himself Graham Salisbury, Saturday's match official who earned criticism from Mick McCarthy for seeking an autograph from a West Ham player,... more...

December 06, 2004

Breen criticises ref's lack of control Skipper Gary Breen has spoken out about how he feels referee Graham Salisbury failed to take adequate control of Saturday's... more...

Murray reveals Mick's improved contract Bob Murray has revealed that Mick McCarthy has signed an improved contract to stay with SAFC - and paid tributes... more...

SAFC confirms Carter recalled SAFC has confirmed to us that on-loan midfielder Darren Carter has been recalled by Birmingham City. The 20-year-olds' three-month loan... more...

Breen commits future to Sunderland Sunderland AFC today confirmed that Republic of Ireland international Gary Breen has signed a new one-year contract, with an option... more...

December 05, 2004

Lads get home draw against Palace in the Cup Sunderland have been drawn against Crystal Palace at the Stadium of Light in the third round of the FA Cup.... more...

December 04, 2004

Mick to appeal Caldwell sending-off Mick McCarthy said tonight he will appeal against Steve Caldwell's red card during the game against West Ham - but... more...

Brum recall Darren Carter Birmingham City manager Steve Bruce has recalled Darren Carter from his loan spell at Sunderland. Mick McCarthy said recently that... more...

December 03, 2004

Breen contract talks underway SAFC say that negotiations are underway to secure a contract extentsion for skipper Gary Breen. Many supporters weren't confident of... more...

December 01, 2004

SAFC asks fans to get festive! Sunderland Football Club is again calling on Black Cats fans to get into the festive spirit whilst pledging their support... more...

November 30, 2004

Reserves news: Blackburn 0 SAFC 1 Kevin Richardson's side took the points tonight in a 1-0 win over Blackburn Rovers at Morecambe FC's ground, with new... more...

Saturday too soon for Robinson's return Midfielder Carl Robinson says he is unlikely to return to action for Saturday's match against West Ham. Robinson recently underwent... more...

Bridges' contract set to become permanent Michael Bridges is set to join Sunderland on a permanent basis when his existing loan period runs out next month.... more...

November 26, 2004

Cash turnstiles at the Britannia Stadium There will be cash turnstiles available for Sunderland fans located in the South Stand, turnstiles 48 to 50, at Stoke's... more...

November 25, 2004

Get Cursed For Xmas!!! ‘Cursed’ is released next week. All orders to date will be despatched shortly thereby guaranteeing delivery before it is... more...

November 23, 2004

Mick completes signing of Welsh wing wizard Sunderland AFC today completed the signing of winger Andy Welsh from Stockport County for an initial £15,000 fee, followed by... more...

November 20, 2004

Welsh winger to sign on Monday Mick McCarthy has confirmed that he hopes to complete the signing of a new winger on Monday. Stockport County's Andy... more...

November 19, 2004

Stadium will rock on Sunday! Sunderland fans attending the top-of-the-table clash against Ipswich Town at the Stadium of Light this weekend are to be entertained... more...

November 18, 2004

Wing wizard banned for speeding SAFC wing-wizard Liam Lawrence has been banned and fined for being caught doing more than twice the legal speed limit.... more...

Niall Flynn Keeps his Job The Club has concluded the internal disciplinary investigation into incidents involving player Niall Flynn using paintball guns in public areas.... more...

November 16, 2004

Fixture change announced Sunderland AFC today confirmed that the forthcoming Coca Cola Championship fixture against Wolverhampton Wanderers at Molineux has been selected for... more...

McCarthy and Oster agree: it's over Reports today seem to confirm that John Oster's time at Sunderland is drawing to a close. The Welsh international recently... more...

November 12, 2004

Arca finally signs new contract Sunderland AFC today expressed delight at securing the signature of highly-rated Argentinean defender Julio Arca as the player put pen... more...

SAFC Poppy Appeal shirts to be auctioned Sunderland Football Club will once again show their support for the forthcoming Remembrance Day commemorations as the Black Cats take... more...

November 11, 2004

Piper happy with comeback Man U reserves 4, Sunderland reserves 1 (Wanless) Matt Piper spoke of how pleased he was to play for Sunderland... more...

Cursed (a new SAFC book) Are we as football supporters cursed? The answer to that is a resounding yes we are! But, is that... more...

November 08, 2004

Elliott gets international senior call-up Hot on the heels of recent speculation, Sunderland striker Stephen Elliott has been handed his first senior call up for... more...

November 05, 2004

Out-of-favour midfielder moves to Leeds Out-of-favour midfielder John Oster looks set to seal a loan move to Elland Road. Leeds boss Kevin Blackwell is hoping... more...

November 01, 2004

Notts Forest Fixture Change The club would like to inform supporters of an error in the published fixture list. The match against Nottingham Forest... more...

Keeper heads to Doncaster Sunderland keeper Michael Ingham is set to join Coca Cola League One side Doncaster Rovers on a months loan. The... more...

October 30, 2004

Jody brings exhibition to Sunderland as 'thankyou' Former Sunderland defender Jody Craddock is bringing an exhibition of his art to Sunderland in the next few weeks. Jody's... more...

October 29, 2004

New date for rearranged Bolton reserve game Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their reserve league fixture against Bolton Wanderers - which had been due to take place... more...

Another charity abseil at the Stadium of Light Sunderland Football Club's charity, SAFC Foundation, is giving supporters another chance to abseil from the top of the Stadium of... more...

League immunity from transfer window to be withdrawn - reports Reports are emerging today that FIFA is planning to withdraw the Football League's current immunity from the transfer window system.... more...

Message from Tom Lynn of TWR Tom Lynn of the now defunct TWR fanzine has asked us to pass on the following statement: It was a... more...

Bridges still waiting for start Mick McCarthy has confirmed that Michael Bridges can't earn a place in his side's starting eleven, simply because he's a... more...

October 28, 2004

SAFC v Brighton - Cash Turnstiles Sunderland AFC would like to advise supporters that cash turnstiles will be in operation at the Stadium of Light for... more...

October 27, 2004

Reserves hold Wolves to a draw Sunderland Reserves let a two goal lead slip at the Archibald's Stadium tonight to draw 2-2 with Wolverhampton Wanderers reserves.... more...

'Centre of Light' to get Royal opening SAFC Foundation's Centre of Light, the new educational facility within the Stadium of Light, is to be officially opened next... more...

October 26, 2004

Away strip vote result Black Cats fans have chosen to kit out the team in an all black away strip with red and silver... more...

October 25, 2004

Team news: Rotherham v SAFC Mick McCarthy has named a side with wantaway keeper Thomas Myhre between the sticks as Mart Poom prepares to undergo... more...

Poom out for surgery Our Estonian goalkeeper Mart Poom is out of tonight's match at Millmoor as he requires surgery on a knee injury.... more...

October 24, 2004

Breen back in the fold Sunderland have confirmed that Gary Breen will return to action in tomorrow's televised match against Rotherham. Breen was red carded... more...

Rotherham sign Brazilian Striker Rotherham have this morning signed Derby's Brazilian striker Junior (Jose Luis Guimaraes) on a month's loan meaning he is available... more...

October 21, 2004

Club Breaks Silence The club today broke their silence over the departure of former midfielder Thomas Butler after he submitted a claim at... more...

Dazza to stay at Cardiff Darren Williams loan deal with Cardiff City has been extended. He initially joined the Bluebirds on a month’s loan, this... more...

October 20, 2004

Reserves match off Following an inspection this morning, tonight’s reserve league fixture against Bolton Wanderers at Leyland FC has been postponed due to... more...

October 19, 2004

New reserve team coach appointed Sunderland have appointed Kevin Richardson as their new reserve-team coach. Richardson takes over from Jocky Scott who left the Stadium... more...

Choose next season's away strip SAFC are asking supporters to vote on what colour next season's away strip should be. For the three available choices... more...

October 18, 2004

Reserves boss Scott leaves Reserves team coach Jocky Scott has left Sunderland to be first team coach at Championship rivals Plymouth Argyle. Scott knows... more...

October 17, 2004

Club reveal how close they came to signing Robbie Keane The club has revealed for the first time just how close they came to signing Robbie Keane from Leeds in... more...

Thornton wants another chance Mick McCarthy has revealed that Sean Thornton has apologised to him for the recent transfer request saga, and wants another... more...

October 13, 2004

Sunderland ressies 0 Baggies ressies 3 Sunderland reserves tonight let three goals in to lose to West Brom reserves at The Archibalds Stadium in Durham. Sunderland... more...

Warnock slates Rush over Collins move Sheffield United gaffer Neil Warnock has hit out at his Chester City counterpart Ian Rush over the transfer of Chester... more...

Clough memorial service venue switch The venue for Brian Clough's memorial service has been changed, in order to accommodate more people who want to pay... more...

October 12, 2004

Rush tips Collins for success Former international footballer now Chester City manager Ian Rush has tipped Danny Collins to be a success with Sunderland. Collins... more...

October 11, 2004

Defender arrives on four-year deal Sunderland AFC today confirmed the signing of defender Danny Collins from Chester City. The 24-year-old has joined the Black Cats... more...

October 10, 2004

Arca wanted by O'Neill? Sky Sports are reporting today that Celtic manager Martin O'Neill is watching Sunderland crowd favourite Julio Arca. Arca's current contract... more...

October 07, 2004

Thornton out of U21 game Hot on the heels of news that Steven Elliott has withdrawn from the Irish U21 squad for this Friday evening's... more...

SMB Message Board Maintenance The RTG message board will be unavailable for approximately 2 hours from 8pm tonight whilst we transfer the database to... more...

Myhre unsettled....again Second choice keeper Thomas Myhre has again spoken of his dismay at how little first team football he's playing. The... more...

October 06, 2004

SAFC to trial new ticket scheme Sunderland AFC is to trial an innovative voucher redemption scheme for season ticket holders. The scheme, which will commence in... more...

October 05, 2004

Everton reserves 0 SAFC reserves 4 Sunderland reserves recorded a cracking win over David Moyes' second string on their own home turf tonight, with loan striker... more...

October 01, 2004

Breen dismissal to stand - FA Sunderland AFC can confirm that the Football Association have upheld Gary Breen's three match ban for violent conduct which he... more...

September 30, 2004

Breen will play this weekend Readytogo.net understands that skipper Gary Breen will be eligible to play for Sunderland in this weekend's home league fixture against... more...

September 29, 2004

Newcastle to help in Breen dismissal appeal Radio Newcastle, that is. Coming hot on the heels of the club's confirmation that they will appeal against Gary Breen's... more...

Oster and Thornton line up for reserves outing The club has confirmed today that both John Oster and Sean Thornton will be in the reserves squad to face... more...

Breen, Thornton, Elliott called up for more international action Gary Breen has been called for the Republic of Ireland squad to face France and the Faroe Islands in World... more...

Derby (A) fixture moved - another one for Sky Sunderland AFC today confirmed that the forthcoming Coca Cola Championship fixture against Derby County at Pride Park has been selected... more...

SAFC to appeal Breen red card Sunderland have confirmed that they will use the FA's new disciplinary rules to appeal against Gary Breen's sending off. The... more...

September 26, 2004

Mick - "Thornton is still a Sunderland player" Mick McCarthy has been speaking again about the on/off Sean Thornton transfer saga, and hinted that the young Irishman still... more...

September 24, 2004

Butler launches legal action against SAFC Former Sunderland player Thomas Butler has revealed that he's taking legal action against Sunderland over the way in which his... more...

Rotherham game put back for Sky TV Sunderland AFC today confirmed that the forthcoming Coca Cola Championship fixture against Rotherham has been selected for live transmission by... more...

September 23, 2004

Football League to sue over ITV Digital debacle The Football League has announced that it's to sue its former advisers over the ITV Digital debacle. The action is... more...

"Stickman" signs The club have confirmed the signing of Michael Bridges from Bolton Wanderers, with immediate effect. The 26-year-old has signed an... more...

September 22, 2004

Allardyce explains Bridges release decision Bolton Wanderers' gaffer and former Sunderland player Sam Allardyce has today explained why he's chosen to let Michael Bridges leave... more...

John Oster to leave SAFC? It's been reported this afternoon that John Oster is on the verge of leaving the club. Metro Radio say that... more...

Two awards for SAFC players Two SAFC players have won awards at the North East Football Awards. Julio Arca was named North East Football League... more...

Players may have to go to make way for new striker Mick McCarthy warned today that he might have to let some players go to help push through a deal to... more...

Defender goes out on loan Black Cats defender Darren Williams is to join Coca Cola Championship side Cardiff City on a month's loan. The 26-year-old... more...

September 21, 2004

Crewe 3 SAFC 3 (Crewe win 7-5 on pens) - Mick's comments Mick McCarthy admitted tonight that he's rebuked his players for letting a 3-2 lead slip at the death during extra... more...

Return of the Stickman? ...and we're not talking about Ormondroyd's little cartoon characters on the Guardian's footy website, either - Bolton Wanderers have confirmed... more...

Reserves' derby fixture - new date Sunderland's FA Premier Reserve League fixture against Newcastle United, originally scheduled to take place on Wednesday 22nd September, has now... more...

September 20, 2004

Classic Cloughie Quotes With thanks to Houghton Ref for supplying 'em: "If God had wanted us to play football in the clouds, he'd... more...

Brian Clough: Tributes made by former clubs Brian Clough's former clubs have paid tribute to the footballing legend following his death this morning. Mick McCarthy said, "It's... more...

Football legend Brian Clough passes away Footballing legend Brian Clough has passed away today, aged 69. His family announced today that Mr Clough had succumbed to... more...

Sunderland Reserves v Newcastle Reserves - POSTPONED Sunderland's FA Premier Reserve League game against Newcastle, scheduled to take place in Durham on Wednesday, has been postponed. The... more...

September 17, 2004

McCarthy - no Thornton exit request yet Mick McCarthy revealed today that disenchanted midfielder Sean Thornton has yet to hand in a formal transfer request. The Irish... more...

September 16, 2004

Midfielder in on loan Sunderland AFC today completed the signing of Birmingham City midfielder Darren Carter on a three-month loan. The deal sees Carter,... more...

Whitehead, Elliott, Lawrence - tribunal results The results of Wednesday's tribunals to decide compensation for acquiring Liam Lawrence, Dean Whitehead and Stephen Elliott are as follows:... more...

September 15, 2004

Thornton wants move Sean Thornton has handed in a transfer request for a move away from the Stadium of Light, according to his... more...

September 14, 2004

SAFC 2 Forest 0 - Mick's comments Mick McCarthy couldn't hide his delight this evening at back-to-back emphatics wins for Sunderland, moving the team from 15th in... more...

Referee for Forest and Preston matches Coca Cola League Championship Sunderland v Nott'm Forest - Tue 14 September Referee: Lee Mason (Lancs) Asst Refs: Paul Nicholson... more...

September 11, 2004

Gills 0 - Sunderland 4: "An emphatic win" - Mick Mick McCarthy praised his under-fire team after today's 4-0 thrashing of Gillingham. He said, "It was a good performance, I'm... more...

"I don't worry about the boo-boys" - Oster Midfielder John Oster has spoken out this week about the fans who boo him, but has refused to make excuses... more...

September 10, 2004

Thomas butler signs for Dunfermline Dunfermline Athletic have confirmed the signing of former Sunderland winger Thomas Butler. The Ballymun-born player had a trial at Wolves... more...

Team news - Gillingham vs SAFC Gillingham FC vs Sunderland AFC The Priestfield Stadium 3pm, Saturday 11th September 2004 SUNDERLAND Striker Kevin Kyle is a major... more...

Mick signs striker on loan Sunderland have confirmed the signing of Leeds striker Simon Johnson, 21, on a month's loan. He'll accompany the squad which... more...

September 09, 2004

Referees for Gills and Forest games The referees for our next few games have been announced: Coca Cola League Championship Gillingham vs Sunderland - Sat 11... more...

Byfield looking forward to Saturday Former Sunderland player Darren Byfield says he's looking forward to meeting his former team-mates at the Priestfield Stadium on Saturday... more...

September 08, 2004

Thomas Butler to sign for Dunfermline? Fresh from the news that the elusive Thomas Butler has had a trial with Wolves, it seems that he now... more...

Youth team players suspended - SAFC Sunderland AFC have confirmed that the four players allegedly involved in public order incidents in the last week have been... more...

Whitehead, Lawrence, Elliott tribunal date set A date has finally been set for the hearing to decide how much compensation Oxford United can claim for losing... more...

September 06, 2004

Club hits back at share 'insider dealing' rumours Sunderland AFC has today issued a statement categorically denying that there is any truth in a rumour about insider dealing... more...

September 05, 2004

Breen: We have no excuses Gary Breen says the team has no excuses for their poor performances so far this season, which sees us sitting... more...

RTG Seeks New Sponsor The Ready To Go website has been in existence since 1998 and we intend to continue to provide a service... more...

September 03, 2004

Reading FC apologise to Sunderland travelling supporters Reading FC have apologised to travelling Sunderland supporters who were kept waiting well after kickoff at the turnstiles during Tuesday's... more...

September 02, 2004

McAteer announces international retirement Former Sunderland skipper Jason McAteer has announced his retirement from international football. McAteer, 33, did not have his contract at... more...

US duo on trial with Lads Two US-based footballers have joined Sunderland on trial. Glenn Murray (striker) and Tim Karalexis (defender) both play for Wilmington Hammerheads,... more...

August 30, 2004

Sunderland players get World Cup qualifying calls Sunderland skipper Gary Breen has been selected to play for the Republic of Ireland in their opening qualifying games, against... more...

Medina leaves Sunderland Sunderland have confirmed that Nicolas Medina has left the club after having the remainder of his contract cancelled. Medina signed... more...

August 27, 2004

Team news - SAFC v Wigan Mick McCarthy is hopeful that Julio Arca will have shaken off the after-effects of a bizarre training incident to take... more...

August 25, 2004

Carling Cup 2nd round draw in full Sunderland have drawn Crewe Alexandra away in the second round of the Carling Cup, with the match to be played... more...

Thomas Butler back in action Thomas Butler, who left Sunderland in undisclosed circumstances, has resurfaced this week - with Wolverhampton Wanderers. Thomas has been on... more...

August 24, 2004

"A comfortable win" - Mick Mick McCarthy pronounced himself pleased with Sunderland's 3-0 win over Chester City tonight, saying it was a comfortable win for... more...

Team news - SAFC v Chester The team for tonight's Carling Cup first round game against Chester City has been announced: Myhre Lynch - Caldwell -... more...

August 21, 2004

"Worst performance in 18 months" - Mick Mick McCarthy didn't attempt to hide from a hugely disappointing performance that saw the Lads lose 2-1 to Championship newboys... more...

August 13, 2004

SAFC - QPR : Team News Thomas Myhre will stay between the sticks for Saturday's game against Championship new boys QPR, as Mart Poom has failed... more...

McCarthy completes Collins signing Mick McCarthy has completed the signing of young Scots defender Neil Collins, the club has announced. As we told you... more...

August 12, 2004

The ALS/RTG End Of Season (2003/2004) Poll Benjamin Franklin once wrote in a letter “Nothing in life is certain, except death and taxes.” If he had been... more...

August 11, 2004

The Book : Why Do I Do It? - AN APOLOGY An apology. Finally Why Do I Do It? the updated edition has been delivered and those of you who have... more...

August 10, 2004

SAFC v Crewe: team lineup Myhre Wright Breen Caldwell Arca Lawrence Whitley Robinson Oster Stewart Kyle Subs: Alnwick, Thornton, Clark, Elliott, Williams CREWE: Alex Williams,... more...

Academy restructure confirmed The club has announced a restructure in how the Academy of Light is run, following the departure earlier this year... more...

Game on! The club say tonight's match against Crewe Alexandra at the Stadium of Light WILL go ahead despite prolonged torrential rain.... more...

Mick: "Elliott's a pest!" Mick McCarthy praised new signing Stephen Elliott after the player made a solid debut in red and white against Coventry... more...

McCarthy confirms interest in defender Sunderland today confirmed that Mick McCarthy is interested in Dumbarton defender, team captain Neil Collins. The club also confirmed that... more...

August 09, 2004

Breen named in Ireland squad Sunderland skipper Gary Breen has been named in the Republic of Ireland squad to face Bulgaria a week on Wednesday.... more...

Wessington Way/A19 Roadworks Fans are advised to allow extra time when traveling to matches at the Stadium of Light due to roadworks on... more...

August 08, 2004

RTG announces two new signings Readytogo.net is pleased to announce that after an absence of a couple of seasons, Home Match Reports will recommence this... more...

August 07, 2004

Coventry 2, Sunderland 0: managers' reactions Despite a 2-0 opening day loss away at Highfield Road, Mick McCarthy seemed reasonably pleased with his team's performance this... more...

August 06, 2004

Online commentary service returns! The club has announced tonight that, following negotiations with the Football League, the matchday commentary from Metro FM will once... more...

Referees' sponsorship deal announced The Football League has announced the first ever deal for sponsorship of referees. The deal will see all referees and... more...

Reidy signs up Sunderland old boy Peter Reid has signed up SAFC old-boy Andy Marriott ahead of tomorrow's opening day match between Sunderland and Coventry. Marriott... more...

WHY DO I DO IT? UPDATED EDITION Paving the way for a follow-up in October, a re-release of Why Do I Do It? is due out for... more...

Team news for Coventry match Sunderland have confirmed this morning that both Kevin Kyle and Julio Arca are doubful for tomorrow's match, but there's no... more...

August 05, 2004

SAFC hero opens childrens' centre Sunderland legend Niall Quinn today returned to Sunderland to open the revamped wing of Sunderland Royal Hospital named after him.... more...

New kit launch event Sunderland's new Diadora home kit will go on sale at 12:01am on Saturday 7th August 2004. The Stadium of Light... more...

August 04, 2004

ITV announces league TV coverage details ITV has confirmed what it will be offering viewers this season in the way of coverage of league football matches.... more...

August 03, 2004

SAFC indoor training pitch completed Sunderland Football Club and Sunderland City Council today announced the completion of work to turn the former Crowtree ice rink... more...

More SAFC international call-ups! Two more Sunderland players have been called up to represent their country for forthcoming international matches. This time it's the... more...

August 02, 2004

SAFC players called up for international action Mart Poom has been selected to play for Estonia in the forthcoming World Cup qualifiers. Poom and his countrymen are... more...

August 01, 2004

Mick praises Marcus, hopeful for Julio Mick McCarthy heaped praise on supposedly wantaway striker Marcus Stewart today, after the team's 3-1 defeat of Doncaster Rovers -... more...

Burchill not good enough? Mick McCarthy has confirmed officially that trialist Mark Burchill has returned to Portsmouth FC and will not be offered a... more...

Referee for Cov, Crewe matches announced The referee for our first match of the season, against Coventry, has been announced - Richard Beeby of Northamptonshire. Mr... more...

FA boss steps down The chief executive of the FA, Mark Palios, has resigned. He had been cleared of attempting to mislead the FA... more...

July 30, 2004

Blake leaves Sunderland empty handed Wolves' striker Nathan Blake has left Sunderland after his trial with the Lads. The striker became aware of interest from... more...

July 29, 2004

Scunthorpe 1 Sunderland 1 Sunderland: Poom (Myhre 46); Williams, Lynch, Caldwell, McCartney; Leadbitter (Robinson 52), Thornton Whitehead, Ryan (Oster 52); Stewart (Brown 46), Elliott.... more...

Sky launches 'Football First' Sky TV has announced the launch of a new service for those wanting to watch regular Premiership football. "Football First"... more...

Coca Cola to fund young player at every league club Coca Cola, sponsor of the Football League, has announced that every League club will receive funding to have a young... more...

New skipper named Sunderland AFC has confirmed that Jason McAteer's replacement as skipper will be influential defender Gary Breen. Gaffer Mick McCarthy said... more...

Two prospects training with lads Mick McCarthy has made no secret of the fact that he hasn't finished his summer signings and in particular is... more...

New boys set for Scunthorpe show Mick McCarthy is preparing to give some of the club's new signings a run-out at tonight's game at Scunthorpe. Dean... more...

SAFC new boy to meet soccer school youngsters Black Cats midfielder Liam Lawrence is set to meet youngsters participating in Sunderland AFC's summer schools at the Stadium of... more...

July 28, 2004

Lawrence fit for action New boy Liam Lawrence has given Mick McCarthy good news by declaring himself fit for the coming season. Lawrence, who... more...

Club confirm Butler departure The club has today confirmed that Thomas Butler is no longer a Sunderland player, but has declined to give a... more...

SAFC confirms squad numbers for 2004/05 The club has today confirmed the squad numbers for the coming season: 1. Poom (GK) 2. Wright 3. McCartney 4.... more...

July 27, 2004

Thirlwell becomes a Blade Midfielder Paul Thirlwell has completed his move to Neil Warnock's Sheffield United. As we told you yesterday, Warnock had opened... more...

McCarthy fails to quash Stewart leaving rumours Mick McCarthy has failed to quash rumours once and for all that striker Marcus Stewart may be leaving Sunderland. Interviewed... more...

New disciplinary rules for 2004/05 The FA has today unveiled details of the new disciplinary code of conduct for the coming season. It will apply... more...

Ref for Carling Cup first round match The referee for our Carling Cup first round match against Chester City has been announced - Graham Salisbury of Lancashire.... more...

July 26, 2004

Sheffield United open Thirlwell negotiations Blades' manager Neil Warnock has confirmed that he's in talks with Sunderland's Paul Thirlwell about a transfer to the South... more...

McAteer makes Prenton Park debut Former skipper Jason McAteer has made his Tranmere Rovers debut in a scoreless draw against Spanish Primera League side Racing... more...

Macho joins Canaries Former Sunderland keeper Jurgen Macho has joined newly-promoted Norwich City on a one-week trial. Macho signed for the Blues last... more...

Arca: I'll give my all for Sunderland Fit-again Julio Arca has promised he'll do everything he can to help Sunderland get automatic promotion this season after the... more...

July 20, 2004

Connolly opts for Leicester Mick McCarthy will now have to widen his search for a new goalscorer with the news that David Connolly has... more...

Reddy Gets a New Job Michael Reddy who was released by Sunderland at the end of the season has signed for Grimsby Town on an... more...

July 18, 2004

Charleston Battery Live Commentary Live commentary of the match against Charleston Battery is available from quarter past midnight at charlestonbattery.com/webcast.asp You will need Windows... more...

July 15, 2004

SAFC in talks with David Connolly Sunderland have confirmed an interest in West Ham striker David Connolly. Black Cats boss Mick McCarthy hopes to land the... more...

SAFC holiday soccer courses for youngsters SAFC will once again be offering its popular junior soccer courses throughout the summer holidays. The Club, who this year... more...

Sunderland sign up Man Utd defender Sunderland AFC today completed the transfer of defender Mark Lynch from Manchester United. The 22-year-old, who has signed a 3-year... more...

July 14, 2004

Thieves steal Quinny shirt from hospital A consultant at Sunderland Royal Hospital has hit out at thieves who have stolen an SAFC replica shirt which was... more...

Reserves' fixtures announced for 2004/05 Sunderland Reserves will begin their 2004-2005 campaign with a trip to Birmingham City on August 11. Jocky Scott's side's first... more...

July 12, 2004

All-star XI prepare to take on Sunderland in first pre-season friendly The opening match of Sunderland's tour of the Carolinas takes place on Wednesday when Mick McCarthy's side take on the... more...

Mansfield slam 'illegal approach' from Sunderland The manager of Mansfield Town FC has said how the club intends to take Sunderland to arbitration for what they... more...

Academy friendly matches announced This season academy football moves from having Under-19 and Under-17 leagues to Under-18 and Under-16 age groups. Sunderland have lined... more...

Mick loses battle to sign Connolly Mick McCarthy appears to have lost out in the race to sign West Ham's highly rated striker David Connolly. It's... more...

July 08, 2004

Lads get home draw for Carling Cup first round Sunderland have been drawn at home to Chester for the first round of the coming season's Carling Cup competition. The... more...

July 07, 2004

Four fixtures moved for Sky TV Sunderland AFC today confirmed four changes to the forthcoming Coca-Cola League Championship fixture list. The following games have been selected... more...

SAFC plc withdraws its stock market listing, plc resignations announced Sunderland PLC has this morning issued the following stock exchange notice to announce the Company's intention to delist from the... more...

July 06, 2004

McAteer move to Foxes collapses Jason McAteer's planned move to Leicester City has fallen through, leaving the Irish international in limbo with plans for the... more...

Carling Cup First Round Draw The draw for the first round of the Carling Cup will be announced at 9.15am this Thursday, 8th July. Round... more...

July 02, 2004

The Hokey-Cokey files - who's in and who's out at SAFC - and who might be! Last updated: Friday 30 July SAY HELLO…… Mark Lynch from Man Utd: age 22, defender (3 years to summer 2007)... more...

July 01, 2004

Arca could miss first seven games of new season Julio Arca could potentially miss the first seven matches of the new season, depending on how his international team perform... more...

Byfield to leave Sunderland SAFC say they will not be pursuing their interest in Darren Byfield, following a dispute with the player's agent. Byfield... more...

June 30, 2004

First Match Against Coventry Moved for SKY SAFC today confirmed that the first match of the season against Coventry at Highfield Road, originally scheduled for 3:00pm kick... more...

Oster signs new deal John Oster has put pen to paper on a new two-year contact with Sunderland. The Wales international winger made 48... more...

June 28, 2004

Reading away - rearranged date As we told you last Thursday, only hours after the coming season's fixture lists were published, came the news that... more...

June 27, 2004

Caldwell finally signs? North East media are this morning (Sunday) reporting that Newcastle United's Steve Caldwell has finally put pen to paper on... more...

McAteer goes from Cats to Foxes Midfielder and former SAFC skipper Jason McAteer has signed for Mickey Adams's Leicester City. The RoI international was told in... more...

June 25, 2004

Rams poach striker Smith Derby County have poached Tommy Smith from Sunderland AFC and have given him a three year contract. The 24 year... more...

Lawrence Signing Confirmed The club today confirmed they have signed Mansfield Town midfielder Liam Lawrence on a 1-year contract, which will commence 1st... more...

June 24, 2004

Reading away game to be rearranged Reading FC has today confirmed - only hours after the coming season's fixture list was announced - that our match... more...

June 21, 2004

Whitehead signs Sunderland today secured the signature of Oxford United midfielder Dean Whitehead on a 3-year contract tying him to the Club... more...

June 18, 2004

Sunderland defender becomes a Mariner Young Sunderland defender Simon Ramsden has signed for League One side Grimsby Town FC today. Ramsden, 23, passed a medical... more...

June 17, 2004

Whitley signs new deal Sunderland AFC today completed the signing of midfielder Jeff Whitley as the 25-year old put pen to paper to complete... more...

June 16, 2004

Teggart commits to Sunderland Young striker Neil Teggart has become the latest player to commit to playing for Mick McCarthy. Following on from Richie... more...

Sunderland legend says keep Arca Sunderland legend Charlie Hurley has spoken out today saying that Sunderland must do everything possible to keep Julio Arca at... more...

June 15, 2004

Still places left on Statue For Stokoe golfing day There are still spaces left for anyone wanting to join in with the 'Statue For Stokoe' golfing day to raise... more...

June 14, 2004

Club confirm Arca contract talks The club has issued a statement regarding the future of Julio Arca, hot on the heels of rumours surrounding a... more...

Midfielder set to sign? Reports today suggest that Sunderland are on the verge of signing Oxford United midfielder Dean Whitehead. The 22 year old... more...

June 12, 2004

League asks for clarification about Reid shareholding The Football League is to seek clarification of the details of Peter Reid's shareholding in Sunderland before the club will... more...

June 11, 2004

Football League introduces "Fit & Proper Person" test for club directors Press release from the Football League: The Football League has introduced the first 'fit and proper persons' test for Club... more...

League: "sin bins" possible but NO to goal-line technology The Football League is to consider adopting an ice hockey-style 'sin bin' in a radical proposal to change the game.... more...

June 10, 2004

League gets an overhaul! Sunderland will compete for "The Championship" next season after the Football League today gave itself a face-lift. The First Division... more...

Robinson Contract Confirmed The club today completed the signing of Portsmouth midfielder Carl Robinson, who joins the club on a permanent basis from... more...

June 09, 2004

SAFC issue statement on Kyle future Sunderland AFC has issued a statement regarding the future of striker Kevin Kyle. The Scot, who celebrated his 23rd birthday... more...

Byfield: Let me stay Darren Byfield has spoken today of his hope that he can continue his career at Sunderland. The 27 year old... more...

Allardyce beats Mick to Bridges' signature Bolton gaffer Sam Allardyce has signed Michael Bridges on a free transfer, ending speculation that 'Stickman' was about to return... more...

SAFC to offer ladies' replica kit! Sunderland will offer ladies-cut versions of their new Diadora kit when it is launched in August. The Black Cats have... more...

June 08, 2004

McCarthy - no interest in Pedersen Mick McCarthy has dismissed speculation that he was preparing a bid for Norwegian striker Morten Gamst Pedersen. The 22 year... more...

Lads confirm another Yorkshire friendly Sunderland AFC today announced they will complete their pre-season preparations with a game against Doncaster Rovers FC. The Black Cats... more...

June 07, 2004

Caldwell to complete Tyne-Wear move Newcastle United's Steve Caldwell is about to complete a free transfer deal that will see him become the first Newcastle... more...

June 06, 2004

McCarthy - STILL not going to South Korea! Mick McCarthy has AGAIN moved to dismiss reports linking him with the vacant manager's post at South Korea. The news... more...

June 04, 2004

Pompey confirm Robinson switch Portsmouth Football Club have confirmed that they expect Carl Robinson to complete his permanent switch to Sunderland in the near... more...

Key dates for next season The Nationwide League has issued a list of key dates for the 2004/05 season: 24 June 2004 - fixture list... more...

Good news for Piper Midfielder Matty Piper has been given some good news in relation to his seemingly never-ending battle to recover from injuries.... more...

Barnsley friendly match confirmed Sunderland have added another pre-season fixture to their summer schedule - a trip to Barnsley. The Black Cats will play... more...

June 03, 2004

Three Domestic Friendlies Planned The club has announced their first domestic pre-season fixture We will take on third division side Scunthorpe United on Thursday... more...

June 02, 2004

New Kit Sponsors Confirmed Diadora, have announced a new 6-year kit sponsorship deal with SAFC Based in Treviso in the San Marco region of... more...

June 01, 2004

New Striker Signs Mick McCarthy made his first signing of the summer today after securing the services of Manchester City striker Stephen Elliott.... more...

Youngster signs new contract Richie Ryan has signed a new one-year deal that will keep him at the Club until at least June 2005.... more...

May 28, 2004

Academy Director Given the Chop as Restructuring Continues John Fickling today announced a restructuring of the Club’s Academy operations, which will see overall responsibility for player development pass... more...

May 23, 2004

Your chance to play for Sunderland against the Mags (In Estonia) As is now the annual tradition, Estonian and Finnish Sunderland supporters are organizing another match against Newcastle United supporters of... more...

May 21, 2004

SAFC announce retained players list for 2004/5 season Sunderland today announced their retained list for the 2004-05 season, revealing the first phase of Mick McCarthy's plan to restructure... more...

May 11, 2004

First Leg of Play-off Semi at Stadium of Light Want to watch the 1st leg of the play-off semi at the Stadium of Light? The Stadium is opening it’s... more...

May 05, 2004

The 2003/2004 ALS/RTG Reader’s Poll It’s that time of the year again for the ALS poll (cue joyful cheering and trumpeting noises). From the lows... more...

April 28, 2004

Injury worries stack up ahead of run-in Mick McCarthy's injury worries are mounting ahead of the season's crucial final matches against Crewe, Norwich and Burnley - matches... more...

Public memorial service for Stokoe - full details (press release) For Immediate Release REMEMBERING BOB STOKOE SUNDERLAND football legend Bob Stokoe is to be remembered with a Civic Service in... more...

Refs for Crewe and Norwich games announced The referee for Saturday’s match against Crewe at the SoL will be Michael Ryan. Mr Ryan has already handed out... more...

April 27, 2004

Bob Stokoe Memorial Service A memorial service for Bob Stokoe will be held in the City of Sunderland Minster on Wednesday, 5 May at... more...

April 26, 2004

New date for Mags match Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their postponed reserve fixture against Newcastle United has now been rescheduled for Thursday 13th May... more...

April 21, 2004

Guaranteed Places on Great North Run Would you like a guaranteed place on the Great North Run? The event takes place on Sunday 26th September this... more...

April 20, 2004

McAteer, Breen, Kyle named in international squads Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr has named Jason McAteer and Gary Breen in his squad to face Poland in... more...

Refs for Palace and Wigan games announced The referee for Wednesday evening’s match against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park will be Phil Dowd. Mr Dowd has handed... more...

Healy on course for pre-season return Mick McCarthy says Colin Healy is bang on course for a pre-season comeback. Healy's season was cut short when he... more...

First division playoffs - for the uninitiated! Sunderland AFC has received a number of calls from supporters asking how the play-offs work and when they are due... more...

April 16, 2004

Keeper Loan Period Extended Sunderland goalkeeper Michael Ingham has extended his loan with Second Division side Wrexham for a further one month. The 23-year-old,... more...

Babb Banned for 6 Months Phil Babb has been banned for 6 months and given a £500 fine. On this occasion its not for a... more...

April 15, 2004

I left my heart in Roker Park Tickets for a Stadium of Light first are still up for grabs – and cash from the sales will go... more...

International Call-ups Sunderland goalkeepers Mart Poom and Thomas Myhre have both been selected to represent their respective countries in forthcoming international friendly... more...

April 07, 2004

Fickling thanks travelling red and white army Sunderland AFC today thanked fans for their loyal support, after the disappointment of Sundays FA Cup defeat, around 2,400 Sunderland... more...

April 05, 2004

Referee for Wimbledon vs SAFC The referee for Tuesday evening’s match against Wimbledon will be Scott Mathieson of Cheshire. The Assistant Refs are Mark Hutchinson... more...

April 02, 2004

Baggies are Bookies Favourites With only eight games to go in the league campaign Victor Chandler just favour West Brom (10/11) ahead of Norwich... more...

Semi Final Injury Blow - Club Press Release Sunderland were left reeling today from the shock news that one of their key team members could be missing from... more...

April 01, 2004

Bob Stokoe Beer At ASDA The Double Maxim Beer Company, brewers of Sunderland's favourite tipple, have announced that they are launching a special tribute... more...

March 25, 2004

Updated Reserve Fixture List The dates of the revised reserve team fixtures have now been confirmed. Several games have been moved to accommodate the... more...

Midfielder Released Midfielder Chris Black has joined Doncaster Rovers on a permanent move with a contract until the end of the season.... more...

March 24, 2004

Mick signs midfielder, targets another Mick McCarthy has one player and looks likely to sign another, on loan deals until the end of the season,... more...

Referee for SAFC v Derby The referee for this weekend's match against Derby County will be Graham Salisbury of Lancashire. The Assistant Refs are Alan... more...

March 23, 2004

Referee for SAFC v Gillingham The referee for tonight's match against Gillingham will be Mark Cowburn of Blackpool in Lancashire. The Assistant Refs are Scott... more...

March 22, 2004

New date for SAFC v Liverpool reserves match announced The rearranged date for the SAFC reserve team fixture against Liverpool Reserves has been confirmed as Tuesday 13 April, with... more...

Watch the semi at the Stadium of Light Why not come to the Stadium of Light to support Sunderland when they take on Millwall in the FA Cup... more...

Another Changed Fixture The club have confirmed that their forthcoming fixture against Wigan Athletic at the JJB Stadium, Saturday 24th April 2004, originally... more...

March 20, 2004

Raise a glass to Stokoe Fans can drink to Bob's memory and help raise money for the statue from Monday with the launch of a... more...

Mick: 'stop slagging Div 1' Mick McCarthy has hit back at the people who have chosen to knock the quality of football in Division One.... more...

March 19, 2004

Referee for Reading v SAFC announced The referee for Saturday's match against Reading will be Paul Taylor of Cheshunt in Hertfordshire. The Assistant Refs are Michael... more...

Cooper: Wolf becomes a Canary! On-loan Wolves midfielder Kevin Cooper could make his debut tomorrow - for Norwich! Cooper was last night recalled from his... more...

March 16, 2004

Referee for SAFC v Stoke announced The referee for tonight's match against Stoke City will be Michael Ryan of Lancashire. The Assistant Refs are Alec Clyde... more...

Sunderland announce change to West Brom fixture date Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their forthcoming fixture against West Bromwich Albion, originally scheduled for Saturday 17th April 2003, has... more...

March 15, 2004

Ingham moves on loan Michael Ingham has been snapped up by Wrexham as cover for their injured goalkeeper Andy Dibble. The Sunderland keeper, 23,... more...

March 13, 2004

New club sponsorship deal announced Reg Vardy plc, one of Europe's biggest motor retailers, is once again committing to be the driving force behind Sunderland... more...

March 12, 2004

Colin Cooper - career history Colin Cooper Height: 5' 9" DOB: 28 Feb 1967 Birthplace: Trimdon Position: Defender Middlesbrough FC: 17.7.84 - 25.7.91 (from apprentice)... more...

Loan signing completed Sunderland AFC has completed the signing of Middlesbrough defender Colin Cooper on loan until the end of the season. The... more...

March 11, 2004

Want to play footy with Bennett and Bally? Sunderland fans are being given the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to play alongside Sunderland legends Gary Bennett and Kevin Ball in the... more...

Piper back in action Matt Piper will make his long-awaited return to competitive action tonight when he appears for SAFC reserves in their match... more...

All remaining reserves' fixtures likely to change Sunderland AFC is advising supporters that ALL remaining reserve team fixtures for this season will be subject to change. The... more...

March 10, 2004

Referee for SAFC v Millwall/Tranmere FA Cup S/F announced The referee for our FA Cup semi final against either Millwall or Tranmere has been announced - Paul Durkin. The... more...

Mick linked with move for Bantams defender Mick McCarthy has been linked with a move for Bradford City defender Simon Francis. Nottingham-born Francis, 19, is under contract... more...

Referee for SAFC v West Ham announced The referee for this Saturday's league match against West Ham is Richard Beeby from Northampton. Mr Beeby has reffed 27... more...

Cash turnstiles for tonight's match Sunderland AFC have advised that cash turnstiles will be available for tonight's home match against Preston North End: West Stand:... more...

Rearranged fixture dates for Norwich, Dons and Crystal Palace Sunderland AFC is now able to confirm re-arranged dates for their fixtures against Wimbledon, Crystal Palace and Norwich. * Wimbledon... more...

March 09, 2004

Pies-related misconduct with support from Jody?! Former Sunderland defender Paul "Pies" Butler faces an FA charge of misconduct tomorrow (Wed). The charge is in relation to... more...

FA rejects Arsenal appeal for Cardiff semi final BUT.... The FA has rejected Arsenal's appeal for their FA Cup semi final match to be played at Cardiff's Millennium Stadium,... more...

Mick rejects Cardiff semi venue plan Mick McCarthy has given a thumbs-down to the notion of relocating the FA Cup semi finals to Cardiff's Millennium Stadium.... more...

March 08, 2004

Club hoping for Julio quick recovery Julio Arca underwent a scan on the knee injury he picked up in yesterday's quarter final win over Sheffield United,... more...

Sunderland's cup run - a nice little earner! Sunderland's progression to the FA Cup semi finals is proving to be a 'nice little earner' in terms of the... more...

FA Cup - it's Millwall or Tranmere in the semi's Sven Goran Eriksson presided over the draw for the semi-finals of the FA Cup earlier today, with the result that... more...

March 07, 2004

McCarthy pays tribute to his players Mick McCarthy paid tribute to his players' work rate after seeing his team win a hard-fought 1-0 victory to go... more...

Crystal Palace v SAFC - Postponed Due to Sunderland's continuing involvement in the FA Cup and progression to the Semi Finals of the competition, our scheduled... more...

March 06, 2004

Referee for SAFC v Sheffield FAC Q/F The referee for our FA Cup quarter final against Sheffield United is Steve Dunn. Mr Dunn has reffed 20 matches... more...

March 05, 2004

Thome going home? Former Sunderland defender Emerson Thome, who conceded what turned out to be a decisive penalty in last weekend's League Cup... more...

The Lads seek alternative therapy! It seems that the Lads have been indulging in some alternative therapy in an attempt to stay lean, mean, fit... more...

March 04, 2004

Officials for Preston match announced Details have been released of the officials for our forthcoming match against Preston North End: SAFC v Preston North End:... more...

March 03, 2004

Reserves' fixture date change Sunderland's forthcoming reserve team fixture against Wolves, originally scheduled for Wednesday 10th March has now been moved to Thursday 11th... more...

SAFC V Sheffield Utd (FAC Q/F) - Travel Advice Sunderland Football Club would like to advise all supporters travelling to the FA Cup 6th round tie against Sheffield United... more...

March 02, 2004

Walsall match delayed 24 hrs Walsall FC has confirmed that this evening's fixture against Sunderland AFC has been postponed due to a frozen pitch. A... more...

March 01, 2004

SAFC v Norwich postponement - ref almost didn't get there! It's emerged today that conditions were so treacherous in the north-east on Saturday morning because of overnight snow, that the... more...

Preston game moved......again! The rearranged match against Preston North End, due to be played next Tuesday - 9th March - has been moved... more...

'Statue for Stokoe' fund launched A major project was launched in Sunderland today aiming to provide a lasting memorial to 1973 FA Cup-winning manager Bob... more...

February 29, 2004

Holloway to Scunny, Dichio to Millwall Two former Sunderland players have signed deals this week that sees them move clubs. Defender Darren Holloway, who played for... more...

February 28, 2004

The Premierships Greatest Why not watch Sky One on Monday night 10.00pm, The Premierships Greatest looking at the greatest ... goal, game, player... more...

Mick releases four players Sunderland AFC has confirmed that Mick McCarthy has agreed to release four players. The players in question are Simon Ramsden,... more...

SAFV vs Norwich 12.30ko - MATCH POSTPONED Sunderland’s game against Norwich today has been postponed due to adverse weather conditions across the North-East. The referee, David Pugh,... more...

February 27, 2004

SAFC v Gillingham: rearranged date confirmed Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their Nationwide League game against Gillingham at the Stadium of Light, will now take place... more...

February 26, 2004

Officials for Norwich, Walsall matches announced Details have been released of the officials for our forthcoming matches against Norwich City and Walsall: SAFC v Norwich City:... more...

Mick - "we got what we deserved" Mick McCarthy heaped praise on his team tonight after they dumped Premiership side Birmingham City out of the FA Cup... more...

February 25, 2004

Wimbledon v SAFC match postponed Sunderland's progression to the FA Cup quarter finals means that our forthcoming fixture against Wimbledon, scheduled for Saturday 6th March,... more...

Sunderland through to FA Cup Quarter Finals Sunderland have defeated Birmingham City for the second time in a row to progress through to the FA Cup Quarter... more...

February 24, 2004

Black cats' youngsters take on Crewe in youth cup Sunderland's youth team will take on Crewe Alexandra tomorrow evening as they aim to progress to the quarter finals of... more...

February 21, 2004

Murray: We'll offer Caldwell a contract Sunderland Chairman Bob Murray has confirmed that Newcastle's Steve Caldwell is still a Sunderland target, and that he intends to... more...

February 20, 2004

SAFC thanks loyal season ticket holders Press release from Sunderland AFC: SAFC thanks loyal season ticket holders Sunderland Football Club has been overwhelmed by the loyalty... more...

Bracewell joins Saddlers Former Sunderland midfielder Paul Bracewell has joined fellow Division One club Walsall as first team coach - with Sunderland due... more...

SAFC secures refinancing package Sunderland plc's cash worries seem to be a little less onerous this morning with the announcement that they have secured... more...

Why Do I Do It? Offer I'd like to thank everyone who has bought Why Do I Do It? since its launch in October 2003 and... more...

February 19, 2004

Want to be on telly? Later this year, we'll all have a vote on whether the North-East needs a regional assembly. It could be one... more...

February 18, 2004

Sunderland make offer for Gray Following on from Wednesday's news that Mick McCarthy was interested in Bradford City midfielder Andy Gray, the Scottish 'Daily Record'... more...

McCarthy linked with move for Gray Sunderland gaffer Mick McCarthy is tonight being linked with a move for Bradford City midfielder Andy Gray. Bradford have such... more...

Reserves derby postponed Sunderland's reserve team match against Newcastle United, originally scheduled to be played on Monday 23 February, has been postponed. The... more...

February 17, 2004

Cardiff v SAFC - Police Advice South Wales Police are reminding Sunderland fans that Saturday's match at Ninian Park is all-ticket for away supporters. The police... more...

February 16, 2004

FTM (Further televised match)....? Should Sunderland successfully defeat Birmingham City at St Andrews next week, their FA Cup quarter final against Sheffield United will... more...

February 10, 2004

Proctor: I needed regular football Local lad Michael Proctor today revealed why he was happy to go along with SAFC's plans to swap him with... more...

International call-ups for SAFC players Sunderland midfielder Jason McAteer has been recalled to the Irish Squad for the forthcoming friendly match against Brazil. Ireland will... more...

SAFC confirm arrangements for Stokoe tributes Sunderland AFC today announced plans to pay tribute to former manager Bob Stokoe at the forthcoming FA Cup 5th round... more...

February 09, 2004

Sanchez: I'll pick Whitley Incoming Northern Ireland manager Lawrie Sanchez revealed at the weekend that he intends to pick Sunderland's Jeff Whitley for the... more...

February 06, 2004

SAFC confirm Byfield/Proctor swap deal Sunderland today completed the signing of striker Darren Byfield from Rotherham United in a deal that has taken Michael Proctor... more...

SAFC vs Preston - rearranged fixture date Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their Nationwide League game against Preston North End at the Stadium of Light has been... more...

The Premierships Greatest Coming soon to Sky One (Monday 1st March 2003), the Premiership's Greatest - the top goals, games, players in the... more...

February 05, 2004

Monty to carry the cup for tribute to 'Messiah' The FA have agreed to give Sunderland the FA Cup to have at the Stadium of Light for the day... more...

Proctor goes in swap deal Sunderland AFC are tonight expected to announce the signing of striker Darren Byfield from Rotherham United - but our own... more...

February 04, 2004

SAFC 5th round match to be televised...? Sunderland has this afternoon been informed by the Football Association that its forthcoming FA Cup fifth-round tie against Birmingham City... more...

February 03, 2004

International call-ups for Sunderland players George McCartney and Jeff Whitley have been named in new Northern Ireland boss Lawrie Sanchez's first squad since his appointment... more...

February 02, 2004

SAFC want cup for Stokoe tribute Sunderland AFC have made a request to the Football Association asking that the Cup itself can be at the Stadium... more...

Two minutes' silence for "Messiah" Sunderland AFC today paid tribute to former manager Bob Stokoe who sadly passed away on Sunday. Flags at the Stadium... more...

Murray slams Stead agent Bob Murray has openly criticised the role played by Jon Stead's agent in a move which saw the Huddersfield Town... more...

February 01, 2004

Stokoe "The Messiah" - Murray comments Bob Murray has this evening spoken about the death of Bob Stokoe, nicknamed "The Messiah" by many Sunderland supporters. Murray... more...

Bob Stokoe 21 Sept 1930 - 1 Feb 2004 Press Association has announced that Sunderland managerial legend Bob Stokoe has died at the age of 73. Stokoe managed Sunderland... more...

January 31, 2004

SAFC v Preston - match postponed Sunderand's game against Preston North End has been postponed due to standing water on sections of the Stadium of Light... more...

January 29, 2004

Rovers to steal Stead? Blackburn Rovers have confirmed tonight that they have made an offer to Huddersfield for highly-rated striker Jon Stead. Rovers sealed... more...

RTG Downtime Tonight from 8pm We'll be making some changes to the server and database configurations from 8pm onwards tonight so you can expect RTG... more...

January 27, 2004

Gray "delighted" with Rovers move Former Sunderland skipper Mickey Gray tonight said how pleased he was at getting back to Premiership football with Blackburn Rovers.... more...

Gray gets free transfer Sunderland’s longest serving player Michael Gray has completed a free transfer to Blackburn Rovers. Gray who joined Sunderland as a... more...

January 26, 2004

Chairman dismisses club sale reports Bob Murray has moved to scotch reports that he is willing to sell the club, as widely reported in the... more...

FA Cup 5th Round: both managers welcome draw Both Mick McCarthy and Brum boss Steve Bruce have welcomed the FA Cup 5th round draw which puts them head-to-head... more...

FA Cup 5th Round Draw Man Utd v Man City or Tottenham Tranmere v Swansea Telford or Millwall v Burnley Sunderland v Birmingham Sheff Utd... more...

January 25, 2004

Murray: I'm ready to go Sunderland Chairman Bob Murray has confirmed what many supporters have been hoping for: that he'll sell the club IF the... more...

January 24, 2004

Gillingham match postponed Sunderland's scheduled match against Gillingham FC, due to be played on Saturday 14th February at the Stadium of Light, will... more...

January 21, 2004

End of online match commentaries Sunderland AFC and West Ham United have been forced withdraw a selection of their on-line services due to restrictions imposed... more...

January 20, 2004

A night with Mick McCarthy Season ticket holder? Free on the evening of Thursday 5th February? Well Sunderland will be holding the third of four... more...

Million-pound promotion bonus on offer - Murray Bob Murray has promised the Sunderland squad that they will will all share in a £1m incentive payment if the... more...

January 19, 2004

Murray "No" to January sales Sunderland's evanescent chairman Bob Murray has moved to calm supporters' fears that star players may have to be sold during... more...

Legend Marco quits football SAFC legend Marco Gabbiadini has decided to call time on his football career after almost 19 years. The Nottingham-born striker,... more...

January 17, 2004

Mick will put pressure on O'Neill Mick McCarthy says he wants an answer from Celtic boss Martin O'Neill about his intentions for Mickey Gray. Gray has... more...

Gray going white? It's been reported today that Bolton boss and former Sunderland player Sam Allardyce has his sights set on Mickey Gray.... more...

January 15, 2004

US trialist turns down Sunderland offer - will Stead still come? American striker Clint Mathis has ended his trial at Sunderland in the face of a moneyspinning offer from German club... more...

SAFC vs Millwall - team news John Oster will be fit again in time for Saturday's match against Dennis Wise's team at the New Den. The... more...

Club solve dilemma over indoor training barn From SAFC.com Sunderland AFC and Sunderland City Council have come together to find a solution to the club’s need for... more...

January 14, 2004

Abseil From the Stadium Roof - Reminder There are still a limited number of places left on this for anyone who is interested Marie Curie Cancer Care... more...

Myhre loan extended...again! Keeper Thomas Myhre's loan spell has been extended yet again - this time, by an additional week. Myhre is currently... more...

Teggart loan move on hold Striker Neil Teggart's expected loan move to in-crisis Darlington has been put on hold after the youngster was injured in... more...

January 13, 2004

Dichio on loan - with our next oppo! Former Sunderland striker Danny Dichio has gone to Millwall on loan - and could face his former Black Cats team-mates... more...

January 10, 2004

Thornton and Breen: update As we confirmed last week, Sean Thornton and Gary Breen are making significant headway for a return to competitive action.... more...

Cureton: not signing? It seems that Kevin Cooper's fellow trialist at SAFC, Jamie Cureton, will NOT be signing on loan after all. The... more...

Brown back to Doncaster From SAFC.com: Chris Brown has gone to Doncaster for the rest of the season after recovering from a broken toe.... more...

Oster in contract talks Rejuvenated midfielder John Oster has confirmed that he's involved in talks to secure a new contract with Sunderland. Oster signed... more...

January 09, 2004

McCarthy puts an end to Julio transfer rumours Mick McCarthy has again stressed that he has no intention of selling Julio Arca, despite current transfer gossip linking the... more...

January 08, 2004

Breen and Thornton almost ready for return Irish media are reporting tonight that both Sean Thornton and influential defender Gary Breen are only around a 1-2 weeks... more...

January 07, 2004

SAFC enquiry for defender rebuffed Mick McCarthy is today reported to have been thwarted in his attempts to sign a new defender. Sheffield Wednesday boss... more...

Sunderland seal loan deal for Cooper Sunderland have completed the signing of Wolverhampton Wanders mid-fielder Kevin Cooper on a three-month loan. The deal will see Cooper,... more...

January 05, 2004

Mick: No future for Gray at SAFC Sunderland gaffer Mick McCarthy has said that one-time team captain Mickey Gray has no future at the Stadium of Light.... more...

Sunderland out of the Cup Sunderland Reserves have withdrawn from the Durham Challenge Cup because of a growing injury list at the club. The Black... more...

January 03, 2004

SAFC into FA Cup 4th Round Sunderland have progressed to the fourth round of the FA Cup, courtesy of a 1-0 defeat of Hartlepool United, from... more...

Poom lands national footballing honour Goalkeeper Mart Poom has been awarded the Estonia Player of the Year title. The poll, organised by the Estonian Football... more...

January 02, 2004

Gray may yet stay at Celtic Michael Gray may yet see out the remainder of this season with SPL team Celtic where he's played for the... more...

Cureton joins Sunderland on trial Former Norwich and Reading striker Jamie Cureton has started training with Sunderland, on a week's trial. Bristol-born Cureton, 28, left... more...

Gabbiadini to miss Cup clash Sunderland icon Marco Gabbiadini will not get the chance to face his former club when Hartlepool United travel to the... more...

SAFC confirm Blades game brought forward Sunderland AFC have confirmed that the home match against Neil Warnock's Sheffield United, scheduled for Saturday 10th April (Easter Saturday),... more...

January 01, 2004

Injury worries mount ahead of Cup match Mick McCarthy may have to reshuffle his pack for Saturday's FA Cup 3rd Round game against Hartlepool, as the physio's... more...

December 31, 2003

Sunderland get Cooper on trial Sunderland have taken on Wolves' midfielder Kevin Cooper for a trial period, with a view to a three month loan... more...

Bradford chairman almost quit after Sunderland loss The chairman of Bradford City has revealed today that he seriously considered resigning after his club's Boxing Day defeat at... more...

Hartlepool bringing 9,100 on Saturday Hartlepool United have sold out their entire allocation of tickets for the FA Cup third round game at the Stadium... more...

December 30, 2003

Myhre loan extended Sunderland AFC have confirmed that goalkeeper Thomas Myhre's loan period at Crystal Palace has been extended until 17 January, 2004.... more...

December 28, 2003

Murray to do some wheeler-dealing It's emerged this morning that under-fire SAFC chairman Bob Murray is planning to float one of his private businesses on... more...

December 20, 2003

McAteer: we're all giving it 100% Jason McAteer has defended Sunderland's performance today, after winning only narrowly through a 90th minute goal from Michael Proctor in... more...

December 19, 2003

Healy accepts Safri apology, thanks supporters Colin Healy has revealed that he's accepted an apology from Youssef Safri over the tackle that broke the young Irishman's... more...

December 18, 2003

The return of Darren Holloway Former Sunderland player Darren Holloway will return to the Stadium of Light this weekend and run out alongside the Lads.....wearing... more...

December 17, 2003

Buy a Santa hat on Saturday and raise money for charity! Sunderland Football Club is calling on Black Cats fans to get into the festive spirit whilst supporting two worthwhile charitable... more...

December 15, 2003

Newcastle discount Caldwell loan rumours Newcastle manager Sir Bobby Robson has quashed rumours that Steve Caldwell could be on his way to the Stadium of... more...

FA rules in SAFC's favour on Hartlepool ticket prices The FA has ruled in Sunderland's favour after a disagreement between Sunderland and Hartlepool over the proposed prices of tickets... more...

SAFC kids' soccer schools at Christmas Sunderland AFC has announced the dates and venues for its "24-7" Soccer Schools over the Christmas school holidays: Monday 22nd... more...

Norwich match kickoff brought forward for Sky The kickoff time of the home game against Norwich City has been brought forward so that the game can be... more...

December 14, 2003

Healy injury "more common in someone who has been hit by a car" The severity of the injury to Colin Healy was underlined today by the Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon who is treating the... more...

December 13, 2003

Mick defends performance despite loss Mick McCarthy tonight defended his team's performance despite having squandered a two goal lead and succumbing to a 3-2 defeat.... more...

December 11, 2003

Butler, McAteer, Oster ready to return Hot on the heels of losing Stewart Downing back to Boro and Colin Healy to injury, Tommy Butler and Jason... more...

Downing recalled by Boro On-loan midfield star Stewart Downing has been recalled by his employers Middlesbrough FC, with immediate effect. Downing has scored three... more...

December 09, 2003

SAFC and NUFC wait for delayed UEFA stadium decision Sunderland AFC and Newcastle United will now have to wait until the New Year to find out if either of... more...

Whitley - Safri tackle deserved red card Sunderland's Jeff Whitley today said that he and his team-mates were shocked that Coventry's Youssef Safri wasn't given a red... more...

December 07, 2003

FA Cup 3rd Round Draw Sunderland have drawn a cracking FA Cup tie at home against The Monkey Hangers to be played on Saturday 3rd... more...

December 05, 2003

Julio's red card to stand From SAFC.com Julio Arca's red card, received against Wigan Athletic on Tuesday, will stand after match referee Ray Olivier submitted... more...

December 04, 2003

Win Julio's boots or Mart's gloves! Press release from Sunderland AFC: Black Cats' fans are being given the chance to bid for one-off Sunderland memorabilia whilst... more...

Healy: No compensation to Celtic FIFA have confirmed that Sunderland are NOT liable to pay compensation to Celtic FC for the transfer of Colin Healy... more...

Arca to learn dismissal fate on Friday Julio Arca will learn tomorrow what the outcome of his sending off during the Wigan match will be. The Argentinian... more...

December 03, 2003

Sunderland Club Manager Winners The winners of our Sunderland Club Manager competition were Victoria Gardner and Adrian Lanigan. Copies of the game will be... more...

Morrison move "not true" Birmingham City's Clinton Morrison has spoken out tonight to distance himself from rumours that he wants to move to Sunderland... more...

McCarthy may appeal Arca dismissal Mick McCarthy has publicly criticised the referee from last night's match against Wigan, but he's not alone - Wigan boss... more...

December 02, 2003

SAFC team up with Durham Youth FC Press Release from Sunderland AFC: City of Durham Youth FC and Sunderland AFC have entered into a unique agreement which... more...

Brown loan extended to end of season Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland striker Chris Brown's loan to Doncaster Rovers has been extended for the reminder of... more...

November 28, 2003

Breen to miss clarets visit Influential defender Gary Breen is not expected to make the cut for Saturday's visit of Burnley to the Stadium of... more...

November 26, 2003

'Sticky' reserve fixture postponed Sunderland's forthcoming reserve fixture against Everton, originally scheduled for Tuesday 2nd December 2003, has been postponed. A date for the... more...

Mick 'in the driving seat' for new initiative Press release from Sunderland AFC Black Cats boss Mick McCarthy will be joined by Minister of State for School Standards... more...

Why Miss Out : Get "WHY DO I DO IT?" Before Its Too Late! "So here it is Merry Christmas everybody's havin' fun" Christmas is almost upon us and why do not buy "WHY... more...

November 24, 2003

Competition Time Courtesy of those nice people at justfootball.net we have two copies of the new Sunderland Club Manager game to... more...

Reduced Replica Shirt Prices With Christmas fast approaching we have the excellent news that RTG can bring you some reduced prices on Replica Kit... more...

November 23, 2003

Arca: Mick stopped me from leaving Crowd favourite Julio Arca has revealed how he was on the verge of leaving Sunderland - but incoming manager Mick... more...

November 21, 2003

Myhre loan deal extended Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland goalkeeper Thomas Myhre has had his loan period at Crystal Palace extended for a... more...

Keeper Loan Period Extended Thomas Myhre's loan period at Crystal Palace has been extended for a further month. So far Myhre has featured in... more...

November 19, 2003

SAFC through to 4th round of FA Youth Cup Sunderland are progressing well in the FA Youth Cup, beating Charlton 2-0 on their own patch tonight to progress to... more...

Blackburn reserves 1, SAFC reserves 1 Sunderland reserves played a 1-1 draw with Blackburn reserves at Christie Park, Morcambe. Blackburn took an almost immediate lead, with... more...

SAFC cleared of FA charges over Thornton Sunderland AFC have tonight issued a statement to clarify that they have infact been cleared by the FA of any... more...

Sunderland AFC support 'Children In Need' campaign Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland Football Club has pledged it's support to national fundraising initiative "Children in Need." The... more...

McAteer comeback postponed Jason McAteer's planned comeback, playing for the reserves against Blackburn tonight (Wednesday) has had to be postponed. McAteer was due... more...

FA fine Sunderland for "inducing" Thornton transfer The Football Association has decided to fine SAFC £1,500 for "inducing" Sean Thornton to leave Tranmere Rovers for the Stadium... more...

November 18, 2003

Now Gillingham ask for PFA help on finances Gillingham FC, who recently lost 3-1 to Sunderland on their own patch, have become the latest club to succumb to... more...

Thornton withdraws from World Youth Championships Sean Thornton's ankle injury, sustained in the Sunderland - Newcastle reserves match and aggravated in training last week, has forced... more...

Huddersfield striker "flattered" by Sunderland interest The agent of Sunderland target Jon Stead has admitted that his client is flattered by the interest being shown by... more...

SAFC bidders dig deep for the British Legion The recent QXL auction of Sunderland players' matchday shirts has proved a huge success, raising an impressive £4,250 for the... more...

SAFC players to light up the city It's been announced that three of Sunderland AFC's first-team players will be switching the Christmas lights on in Sunderland city... more...

Mick faces selection problem for Crewe match Mick McCarthy is facing problems with his squad selection for the Crewe match this weekend, in the face of a... more...

November 13, 2003

Last chance to win a player's shirt The auctions to win the players' shirts worn in last Saturday's match against Coventry is now into its last few... more...

November 10, 2003

Reid sacked - Gray in temporary charge Leeds United have confirmed that Peter Reid has finally been sacked from his post at Elland Road after his side's... more...

November 07, 2003

Auction to win SAFC players' shirts now open As we reported yesterday, the shirts that are worn by the players for this weekend's SAFC v Coventry clash at... more...

Kyle misses promotion to Scotland seniors Kevin Kyle has narrowly missed out on promotion to the Scottish senior side for their Euro 2004 qualifying play-off match.... more...

The Irish are coming! Mick McCarthy has cleared the way for Irish Gaelic football side Westmeath to train at the Academy of Light later... more...

Breen, Healy in Ireland squad Republic of Ireland manager Brian Kerr has named his squad to face Canada in a friendly at Lansdowne Road on... more...

Cov boss hoping to exploit Breeno, Kyle knowledge Coventry City boss Gary McAllister says he hopes to make the most of what he knows about former City player... more...

November 06, 2003

Butler out for six more weeks Sunderland AFC has today confirmed that left-winger Tommy Butler has had surgery on one of his ankles, which will see... more...

Club backs "Young Volunteer Challenge" Sunderland Football Club, through its charitable arm the SAFC Foundation, is lending its support to a new and exciting initiative... more...

Sunderland to show their support for poppy appeal Sunderland Football Club will show their support for Remembrance Day this weekend when they take on Coventry City at the... more...

November 05, 2003

Why Did I Do It? Well I went - to Radio Newcastle (04-11-03), I talked live on air, I hopefully didn't make a fool of... more...

November 04, 2003

Meet the players! Sunderland AFC is inviting season-ticket holders to apply for tickets for another "Meet the players" evening at the Stadium of... more...

SAFC results: damning analysis of Reid, Wilko Sunderland plc today issued its preliminary results for the year to 31st July 2003, with chairman Bryan Sanderson including a... more...

Downing pledges his future to.... On-loan winger Stewart Downing, who prompted chants of "sign him up!" at the recent Baggies' match, has gone on record... more...

November 03, 2003

New date for Wigan match Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their forthcoming Nationwide League game against Wigan Athlectic at the Stadium of Light has now... more...

November 02, 2003

Stadium of Light on UEFA venue shortlist The Sunderland Stadium of Light is said to have made it onto the shortlist to host the prestigious UEFA Cup... more...

SAFC purse-strings finally loosened! Hot on the heels of stories linking Sunderland with a million-pound bid for Huddersfield striker Jon Stead, Mick McCarthy has... more...

November 01, 2003

Mick: "We were the best team" Mick McCarthy has defended his players after Sunderland had to settle for a point at The Hawthorns. And he admitted... more...

October 30, 2003

Mick: talks for Stead not dead! Mick McCarthy confirmed today that he hasn't conceded defeat in his quest to sign highly-rated Huddersfield striker Jon Stead. Sunderland... more...

Mick McCarthy Q+A Sunderland AFC has announced that Mick McCarthy has agreed to do a supporters' Q+A via SAFC.com. Questions are welcomed up... more...

Why Did He Do It? Find out on Tuesday November 4th from 6.00pm onwards on Radio Newcastle (95.4FM) as author P D Han talks about... more...

October 29, 2003

Reserves result: Wolves 1, SAFC 3 Sunderland Reserves beat Wolves Reserves at Telford United's Bucks Head ground tonight in a game that saw one Paul Gascoigne... more...

Sunderland complete loan deal for Boro youngster Press release from Sunderland AFC Sunderland AFC today confirmed the signing of highly-rated Middlesbrough winger Stewart Downing on a month's... more...

October 28, 2003

Sunderland bid for midfielder rejected Sunderland have reportedly had a bid for Huddersfield midfielder Jon Stead rejected. Tonight's Evening Chronicle reports that Sunderland bid an... more...

Smoggie coming to SoL on loan? It's been confirmed this afternoon that Sunderland will almost certainly be taking a loan player from a small town in... more...

October 24, 2003

Norwich boss expects "a competitive game" Norwich boss Nigel Worthington said today that even though his team is unbeaten at home this season, he's taking nothing... more...

October 23, 2003

Myhre in Palace loan deal Press release from Sunderland AFC Sunderland goakeeper Thomas Myhre is set to join Crystal Palace on a month's loan. Both... more...

October 21, 2003

Mick says Poom's going nowhere Mick McCarthy has dismissed speculation that keeper Mart Poom was being tracked by Southampton with a view to a transfer... more...

Investigation into North Stand glass collapse Safety officials from Sunderland City Council are to investigate what caused glass panels in the upper tier of the Stadium... more...

Quinny gets another gong Only weeks after receiving an honourary MBE in recognition of his fund-raising efforts, Sunderland legend Niall Quinn has learned he's... more...

October 16, 2003

Kick It Out Clubs and communities make united stand against racism Europe’s biggest ever series of anti- racism activities in football kick–off today.... more...

Sunderland to stump up cash for Marcus Sunderland have had to pay Ipswich Town £125,000 as part-payment for the transfer of Marcus Stewart. Stewart signed for Sunderland... more...

Peeters released from SAFC contract Sunderland AFC have reached a settlement agreement with Belgian midfielder Tom Peeters which releases him from the Club. The former... more...

SAFC and Man U agree £2m Bellion fee Sunderland Football Club has accepted a compensation package from Manchester United for striker David Bellion, which includes an initial £2m... more...

October 14, 2003

Mick warns Lads not to underestimate Cardiff threat Mick McCarthy has warned that Sunderland cannot be complacent about beating Cardiff City tonight, as the Lads look to continue... more...

October 13, 2003

Phillips concedes that his England days are over Former Sunderland player Kevin Phillips conceded today that his hopes for a recall to the England squad have all but... more...

Black Cats kick racism into touch Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland Football Club are joining forces with the organisation 'Kick it Out' to promote National... more...

Poom doubtful for Tuesday bluebirds' match Mart Poom faces a race to be declared fit for Tuesday evening's home match against Cardiff City. The Estonian picked... more...

October 11, 2003

New SAFC Book Finally Released ... Why Do I Do It? by P D Han Braiswick £7.95 ISBN: 1898030308 Finally its released, after months of promotion,... more...

October 10, 2003

Wolves reserves' fixture rearranged Sunderland's forthcoming reserve fixture against Wolves, originally scheduled for Tuesday 28 October 2003, has been moved back 24 hours and... more...

Mick and Lads win LMA award Mick McCarthy has won his first trophy since taking over as manager of Sunderland. McCarthy has been given the Performance... more...

October 09, 2003

Gray wants to stay at Celtic Mickey Gray has spoken of how much he enjoyed his full Celtic debut by taking part in last weekend's Old... more...

October 08, 2003

SAFC October half-term soccer schools SAFCommunity's popular junior soccer courses will once again be running during the October half-term in venues across the North of... more...

October 06, 2003

Whitley gets Euro 2004 qualifier call-up Jeff Whitley's recent return to first-team action with Sunderland has obviously done his international profile no harm at all -... more...

October 04, 2003

Mick: we were bullied and intimidated - post match reaction SHEFFIELD UNITED 0 - SUNDERLAND AFC 1 Mick McCarthy was largely optimistic about his side's resilience during a hard-fought battle... more...

Striker wants permanent move On-loan striker Michael Reddy says he hopes his three month spell at Sheffield Wednesday can eventually be a permanent move... more...

October 03, 2003

SAFC confirm loan swap deal completed Sunderland have confirmed the completion of the signing of Sheffield Wednesday and Republic of Ireland midfielder Alan Quinn on a... more...

Brown to Go Home Reserve forward Chris Brown has today joined Doncaster Rovers on a months loan. Chris is the son of former Sunderland... more...

Reddy/Quinn Swap Deal The club are today hoping to complete the loan signing of Sheffield Wednesday and Republic of Ireland midfielder Alan Quinn... more...

October 02, 2003

Blades extend Harley loan ahead of Saturday's match This Saturday's opponents, top-of-the-table Sheffield United, have announced that they've been successful in retaining the services of full-back Jon Harley... more...

Euro 2004 call-up for Irish duo Sunderland defender Gary Breen and midfielder Colin Healy have both been named in the Republic of Ireland squad for the... more...

Reserve team fixture change Sunderland's forthcoming reserve fixture against Liverpool, originally scheduled for Monday 3rd November 2003, has been postponed. The rearranged fixture will... more...

October 01, 2003

Reid survives to fight another day It looks like former Sunderland boss Peter Reid will live to fight another day for his new employers, Leeds United.... more...

September 30, 2003

McCarthy defends Kyle against Royle claims Mick McCarthy tonight stepped in to defend striker Kevin Kyle. The Scot had a brace of chances during the match... more...

September 29, 2003

Mick to call up Whitley for Horses clash? Mick McCarthy has hinted that Jeff Whitley might take part in tomorrow night's match against Ipswich Town. Paul Thirlwell picked... more...

September 28, 2003

McCarthy heaps praise on Oster The gaffer has made a point of praising John Oster after he scored the winning goal in yesterday's 2-0 home... more...

September 26, 2003

Gillingham match - SAFC confirm new date Further to our reports earlier today, Sunderland AFC have confirmed this evening that the new date for the away match... more...

Gills rearranged match provisional details Further to this morning's news that the away match against Gillingham has been postponed due to international call-ups, we understand... more...

Gillingham match postponed Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their forthcoming Nationwide League game against Gillingham at the Priestfields... more...

September 25, 2003

Smith completes move to Sunderland Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland AFC confirm the signing of striker Tommy Smith from Watford for an undisclosed fee.... more...

Oster's Euro call-up: Sunderland apply for Gillingham postponement Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland winger John Oster has been selected by Wales for the forthcoming Euro 2004 qualifying... more...

September 24, 2003

SAFC players selected for Euro qualifiers Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland goalkeeper Mart Poom and defender George McCartney have both being named in their respective... more...

Hornet becomes a Black Cat Sunderland AFC have just confirmed that they have agreed terms with Watford FC for the transfer of striker Tommy Smith.... more...

September 23, 2003

Mick to field changed team against Terriers Mick McCarthy has said that there will be changes to the side that faces Huddersfield tonight in the second round... more...

Breen back at the weekend? Irish media are today reporting that centre-back Gary Breen could be back to full fitness a lot sooner than expected... more...

September 22, 2003

Reminder: ressies match v Everton put back Sunderland AFC have asked us to remind supporters that their forthcoming reserve fixture against Everton, originally scheduled for Wednesday 24th... more...

Huddersfield boss: "No pressure on us tomorrow" Huddersfield Town boss Peter Jackson is optimistic ahead of tomorrow evening's Carling Cup second round match against Sunderland at the... more...

September 19, 2003

SAFC get Bellion tribunal date Sunderland have received a date from The Football League for David Bellion's tribunal. Bellion was out of contract at the... more...

September 18, 2003

Black and white to turn red and white? There's speculation today that Mick McCarthy is considering taking Skunks' defender Steve Caldwell on loan to the Stadium of Light.... more...

Superkev - "I'll always have an affinity with Sunderland" Sunderland's post-war record goalscorer Kevin Phillips has told the club's official site today that he feels he'll always have a... more...

Derby County team news ahead of Saturday's match Derby County manager George Burley has had both good news and bad ahead of our match with them this Saturday... more...

F.A. send a message to England fans ahead of the Turkey match A message to all England fans from the F.A. Dear Football Supporter, You will be aware of The FA's decision... more...

Breen to miss "up to six games" Sunderland AFC have confirmed that Gary Breen could miss as many as the next six matches after suffering a groin... more...

September 17, 2003

Stoke 3 - SAFC 1: McCarthy's reaction Mick McCarthy has been reflecting on last night's away defeat at the hands of Stoke City - and he's not... more...

September 16, 2003

Season tickets back on sale Press release from Sunderland AFC Sunderland are to put season tickets back on sale for a limited period giving supporters... more...

HOW DARE WE GIVE UP ON SUNDERLAND! ... and so says Simon Crabtree who kindly send us his penalty commentary from Saturday's dramatic end and dramatic win... more...

September 15, 2003

Meet Mick McCarthy Press release from Sunderland AFC: Mick McCarthy will show his gratitude to Sunderland's season ticket holders next month by inviting... more...

Former SAFC favourite wins FA award Former Sunderland AFC groundsman Tommy Porter has been named by the Football Association as the country's top non-league groundsman. Tommy... more...

September 14, 2003

Akinbiyi to face lads at Stoke City Stoke City's most recent signing, Ade Akinbiyi, will be part of the squad to face Sunderland on Tuesday night at... more...

September 10, 2003

Superkev: I'd have preferred to go to Boro Kevin Phillips has admitted today that of the clubs he was seriously linked with this summer, he'd have preferred to... more...

September 09, 2003

Death of an SAFC great The Sunderland Echo reports tonight that Joe McDonald, one of the last of SAFC's 'Bank of England' side from the... more...

September 08, 2003

Sunderland Film Festival The 1st ever Sunderland Film Festival At the Manor Quay, Bonded Warehouse and the Stadium of Light November 27th to... more...

September 06, 2003

Reidy: I didn't "go stale" at Sunderland Peter Reid has denied suggestions that he had "gone stale" at Sunderland after such a long spell in charge -... more...

Vaux chief exec points the finger The former chief executive and chairman of Sunderland's Vaux Brewery, Sir Paul Nicholson, has pinpointed who - in his opinion... more...

September 05, 2003

It's National Pub Football Week - hurrah!! Footy fans are being actively encouraged to go to the pub this week as part of "the biggest initiative in... more...

Barclaycard to end sponsorship of Premier League Barclaycard is reported to be about to announce that they will no longer be sponsoring the Premier League after the... more...

Man City: 9 out of 10 Reyna friends recommend it Recently departed midfielder Claudio Reyna has defended his eleventh-hour move to Manchester City when he was on the point of... more...

Gerremoff? No, keep em on! FIFA is set to reinstate the rule banning players taking their shirts off as part of goal celebrations, two years... more...

Thornton "almost certain" to be fit for next match SAFC medics have looked at the knee problem that forced Sean Thornton to withdraw from this weekend's Irish U21 team... more...

September 04, 2003

Bally the debt collector...? Former midfield hardman Kevin Ball has been charged with implementing a new disciplinary system at the Stadium of Light -... more...

Summerbee signs for Bradford Sunderland narrowly missed the chance to put former winger Nicky Summerbee to test at Valley Parade last weekend - he's... more...

Villan impressed with Sorensen, McCann Aston Villa star Lee Hendrie has praised Thomas Sorensen and Gavin McCann for the positive impact they've had on the... more...

Thornton injury forces RoI no-show Sean Thornton has been forced to withdraw from the Republic of Ireland's U21 squad for their match against Russia this... more...

McAteer back to full fitness Sunderland skipper Jason McAteer will play his first match in a month tonight, appearing for the ressies when they travel... more...

Reserves fixture rearranged Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their forthcoming reserve fixture against Everton, originally scheduled for Wednesday 24th September, will now take... more...

September 03, 2003

Transfer window left open for League The Football League has confirmed that transfers can still be made between its member clubs, despite the worldwide transfer window... more...

September 02, 2003

"I've learnt a lot this summer" - Bob Now that the summer transfer window's closed, SAFC chairman Bob Murray has spoken publicly about the club's strategy for reducing... more...

Gray: I'll forfeit £1m testimonial for a permanent deal Celtic new-boy Mickey Gray has revealed that he'd willingly forego his overdue Sunderland testimonial if it meant he could secure... more...

"Niall Quinn's hotel rooms are the best...."! Retired Sunderland legend Niall Quinn is combining his football know-how with business acumen to make the most of a new... more...

September 01, 2003

O'Neill challenges Gray: make your mark Celtic boss Martin O'Neill has challenged new boy Mickey Gray to impress him enough to want to sign the defender... more...

Happy Days Are Here Again? Kilbane, sold!... more...

Killa signs £1m, 2 year Toffees deal Kevin Kilbane has secured a move back to the Premiership by joining Everton in a £1m deal. The Sunderland winger... more...

Gray in Celtic loan move Michael Gray has this morning started a 4-month loan, which will see him move north of the border to SPL... more...

August 30, 2003

League Moves on Dodgy Agents The Football League have finally proposed to introduce new measures to promote greater transparency in transfer dealings, with particular emphasis... more...

Kyle to Play for U21s Kevin Kyle has been selected to represent Scotland in their forthcoming European Under 21 Qualifying game. Scotland take on... more...

Reyna and Thome Leave Claudio Reyna yesterday completed his £2.5 million move to Man City after passing a medical and has signed a 3... more...

August 28, 2003

Coventry Fixture Moved for SKY The match against Coventry at Highfield Road originally scheduled for Saturday 6th December 2003, has been selected as a live... more...

Claudio Set to Join Man City Claudio Reyna is to have a medical at Manchester City tomorrow with a view to completing a permanent move. Sunderland... more...

August 27, 2003

New date for Rotherham fixture confirmed The club has confirmed that the Rotherham match has been rescheduled for Tuesday 21st October 2003, 8:00pm kick off, at... more...

August 23, 2003

Flo: you didn't see me at my best Outward-bound striker Tore Andre Flo has apologised to Sunderland supporters for the disappointing way things turned out after his record... more...

August 22, 2003

Rotherham match postponed Sunderland AFC today confirmed that their forthcoming Nationwide League game against Rotherham on September 6th 2003 has been postponed due... more...

Flo transfer "next week" - SAFC SAFC have confirmed that Tore Andre Flo is in talks with Italian Serie A side Siena about a possible move... more...

August 21, 2003

Reyna to Fulham: "Just one or two details to sort out" Fulham manager Chris Coleman said today that Claudio Reyna is on the verge of completing his move to the west... more...

Another Irish recruit? Mick McCarthy is considering the merits of yet another Irish player - on the recommendation of one of his existing... more...

Arca called in from the cold Mick McCarthy has decided to give crowd favourite Julio Arca another chance to impress in a first-team match after looking... more...

Oster called up for Euro qualifiers Sunderland winger John Oster has been selected by Wales as part of a 22-man squad for their forthcoming vital Euro... more...

Ticket News/Alcohol ruling - Preston North End match, Sat 23 August Nationwide Division One Preston North End Deepdale Saturday 23rd August 2003 Kick Off 5.35pm Tickets for this fixture can no... more...

August 19, 2003

Death announced of SAFC historian The death has been announced of Billy Simmons, author of the first ever complete history of Sunderland AFC. Mr Simmons,... more...

Away Ticket info: Preston, Bradford, Stoke, Derby LATEST AWAY TICKET INFORMATION Nationwide Division One Preston North End Deepdale Saturday 23rd August 2003 Kick Off 5.35pm General Sale... more...

Reyna and Emmo next out of the door? The Sunderland Echo is tonight reporting that we are set to lose midfielder Claudio Reyna and defender Emerson Thome in... more...

McCartney called up for international duty Sunderland defender George McCartney has been called up by Northern Ireland for their forthcoming European Championship Qualifying matches. McCartney, 22,... more...

Warning of potential fixture changes Sunderland AFC would like to give advance warning to supporters that there is a possibility that the club's forthcoming fixtures... more...

Ticket information for Huddersfield Carling Cup match CARLING CUP 2nd ROUND SAFC v Huddersfield Town Tuesday 23rd September 2003 Kick Off 8.00pm Season Ticket Holders Season ticket... more...

International call-ups for academy young 'uns Sunderland Academy youngsters Robbie White and Chris Kingsberry have been called up by Northern Ireland for their forthcoming series of... more...

August 18, 2003

Thornton injured Irish media sources are today reporting that midfielder Sean Thornton is injured - and therefore a possibility to miss Saturday's... more...

Carling Cup 2nd round tie It's been announced that Sunderland's second round Carling Cup match against Huddersfield will be played on Tuesday 23 September, with... more...

August 17, 2003

Superkev reveals week of heartbreak Southampton new-boy Kevin Phillips has revealed his personal heartbreak and how he's had to put on a brave face at... more...

Stadium Closed for Business? It seems that many people had trouble actually getting into the stadium yesterday due to the fiascos at the cash... more...

Murray Out Murray out, Murray out, Murray out - ad infinitum?... more...

August 16, 2003

Cash Turnstile Entry Today? Well sort of - more chaotic shambolic SAFC managment cock-up? Or punishment for those who did not renew?... more...

Sunderland draw Huddersfield in Carling Cup Sunderland have been drawn at home against Huddersfield in the second round of the Carling Cup. The full draw is:... more...

August 14, 2003

Kyle gets international call up Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland striker Kevin Kyle has been selected as part of the Scotland U21 squad that... more...

Milwall match - pay-at-the-gate available Sunderland AFC would like to advise supporters that there will be cash turnstiles available on Saturday when the Black Cats... more...

Quinny - "I miss football" Following the ceremony yesterday where he received an honourary MBE, Sunderland legend Niall Quinn has been speaking briefly about his... more...

Phillips out, Healy in Southampton FC have completed the signing of Sunderland striker Kevin Phillips, and will unveil him at a news conference at... more...

August 13, 2003

Cotterill: I don't hold a grudge with Sunderland Former Sunderland assistant manager Steve Cotterill has backed Sunderland to win their Carling Cup first round match against Mansfield Town... more...

Healy chooses Sunderland - report Press Association is reporting this afternoon that former Celtic midfielder Colin Healy, currently on trial with Peter Reid's Leeds United... more...

Quinny gets his gong Niall Quinn has today received his honourary MBE in a ceremony in Ireland - click here for photograph from Thomas... more...

Flo hasn't been told to go! Mick McCarthy has confirmed today that mis-fit striker Tore Andre Flo is not one of the squad members told at... more...

Thornton speaks about his lie-in Sleepy-head Sean Thornton has been telling the Irish media about his unexpected lie-in last Saturday morning - and his even... more...

Your chance to do something about racism in football National anti-racism week of action in football, 16 – 28 October This October professional footballers, their clubs, community groups and... more...

August 12, 2003

Healy good enough for LUFC trial - but not a friendly Leeds manager Peter Reid has persuaded Sunderland target Colin Healy to join the Elland Road team on a week's trial... more...

Fulham's Reyna interest: it's not just paper talk In the course of a season, every club is linked with loads of players; although some of these moves do... more...

August 11, 2003

Southampton: The ball's in Kev's court now The chairman of Southampton FC, who have bid £3m for Kevin Phillips, says he's done everything he can to persuade... more...

Niall Quinn - MBE !! Sunderland legend Niall Quinn is to receive an honourary MBE for "outstanding services to international football and his contributions to... more...

The RTG/ALS End of season poll The results are in and well as expected it ain't pretty reading ...... more...

August 10, 2003

Peter Reid to hijack Healy transfer? Reports from Ireland today suggest that former Sunderland gaffer Peter Reid could be on the verge of hijacking the move... more...

Whitley, Thornton no-show: "It's finished with now, it's done" Mick McCarthy revealed last night why Sean Thornton and Jeff Whitley weren't selected to play against Forest yesterday: they slept... more...

Norway boss advises Flo to go The coach of the Norwegian national team has blasted Sunderland for keeping Tore Andre Flo in the reserves and threatening... more...

August 09, 2003

Sorensen misses chance for debut Aston Villa's newest recruit Thomas Sorensen missed his chance to make his debut alongside his new team-mates today in the... more...

Big names to be frozen out Mick McCarthy confirmed today that he will not use some of the club's star players to open Sunderland's first division... more...

August 08, 2003

Sorensen: I always thought Villa was a good club Aston Villa's newest recruit, Thomas Sorensen, has told of his relief that his transfer has finally been completed. It's taken... more...

Rangers might yet bid for Superkev - McLeish The proposed transfer of Kevin Phillips to Gordon Strachan's Southampton FC is far from being a done deal, and today... more...

SAFC Players, directors and management agree wage deferral scheme Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland AFC and the Professional Footballers' Association today confirmed that an agreement has been reached... more...

Sorensen to Leave The club have confirmmed that Thomas Sorensen is expected to complete his move to Aston Villa today subject to completing... more...

August 07, 2003

Sunderland duo (trio?) picked for Ireland squad Sunderland players Gary Breen and Kevin Kilbane have been included in Brian Kerr's Republic of Ireland squad to face Australia... more...

Southampton star wants to partner Phillips Established Southampton striker James Beattie has said he's looking forward to the prospective signing of Kevin Phillips. Sunderland announced this... more...

McCarthy thanks fans for their support Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland AFC today thanked over 16,000 fans for showing their support in securing their season... more...

Sorensen's agent defends his man The agent of outgoing SAFC keeper Thomas Sorensen has hit back at the criticism of his client as negotiations to... more...

McAteer confirmed skipper, misses RoI selection Press release from Sunderland AFC: Jason McAteer accepted the captain's armband from Mick McCarthy today and said: "I'm desperate to... more...

August 06, 2003

Thornton handed international selection Press release from Sunderland AFC Sunderland's 20 year old midfielder Sean Thornton has been selected for the Republic of Ireland... more...

Healy passes medical, agrees terms with SAFC Press release from Sunderland AFC: Sunderland are trying to sign Republic of Ireland midfielder Colin Healy before Saturday's First Division... more...

August 05, 2003

"Phillips won't be cheap" - agent Kevin Phillips's agent Phil Smith has warned potential suitors - including Southampton FC - that his client won't be rushed... more...

Breen completes move to Sunderland Defender Gary Breen successfully underwent a medical yesterday allowing him to complete his move to the Black Cats. Breen, who... more...

Southampton and SAFC agree fee for Phillips Press release from SAFC, Tues 5 Aug, 3.11pm Sunderland Football Club has confirmed that it has agreed a fee of... more...

August 04, 2003

Whitley Signing Confirmed - Breen to Follow The club have confirmed they have signed Jeff Whitley and announced that they expect central defender Gary Breen to complete... more...

ANOTHER summer of discontent When will we ever have something to look forward to? Year after year, month after month all we get is... more...

August 03, 2003

Mick gets tough over pre-season errors Mick McCarthy has told of his frustration at the errors by the players that have seen goals conceded during the... more...

Phillips: Four teams in talks Sunderland AFC today confirmed that they are involved in discussions with four clubs who have expressed an interest in signing... more...

August 02, 2003

Capper to follow Byrne to Scunthorpe? Former Sunderland player Stephen Capper is hoping he'll finally be able to land a new playing contract now he's on... more...

Phillips on his way? Newspaper reports today are suggesting that Sunderland are involved in talks with both Charlton Athletic and Birmingham City over the... more...

Murray speaks out against financial scaremongering Sunderland chairman Bob Murray has again spoken out to try and quash the many rumours circulating about the club's financial... more...

McAteer to take the armband? Mick McCarthy has confirmed that a change of skipper for the team is in the offing, and that midfielder Jason... more...

July 31, 2003

Craddock completes Wolves move Press release from Sunderland AFC Sunderland defender Jody Craddock has completed a £1.75 million move to Wolverhampton Wanderers. The 28-year... more...

Mick - I didn't want to sell Craddock Mick McCarthy today admitted what many of us have suspected for quite a while - that he feels he's got... more...

Thornton: I let my football do the talking Sunderland rising star Sean Thornton said he was disappointed to be left on the bench at first for last night's... more...

Hearts 2, SAFC 2 Irish U21 star Sean Thornton made a name for himself tonight as a bit of a hero, rescuing Sunderland from... more...

July 30, 2003

Sorensen transfer stalls on cash query Aston Villa have issued a short statement as an update on the ongoing transfer talks that may see Thomas Sorensen... more...

Online commentary for tonight's friendly at Hearts Safc.com will be broadcasting live commentary on tonight's game between Hearts and Sunderland at Tynecastle. For the match build-up and... more...

Flo - no problem playing in reserves The topsy-turvy "is he or isn't he" transfer saga of Sunderland's record signing Tore Andre Flo took another turn today,... more...

July 29, 2003

Craddock: Wolves & Sunderland agree a fee Press release from Sunderland AFC Sunderland Football Club has announced that it has agreed a maximum fee of £1.75 million... more...

Squad announced for trip to Hearts tomorrow Paul Thirlwell and Thomas Butler have been selected for the squad to play against Hearts tomorrow (30th) in the club's... more...

Ressies match fixture date change Press release from Sunderland AFC Sunderland's reserve fixture against Manchester United has been moved from Wednesday 26 November to Thursday... more...

Wolves swoop for Jody Premiership new boys Wolverhampton Wanderers have confirmed this morning that they have made an official approach to Sunderland about taking... more...

July 28, 2003

Reyna next through the 'out' door? There's speculation today that 'Captain America', Claudio Reyna could be one of the next players to use the Stadium of... more...

Sunderland close in on Healy Mick McCarthy has confirmed that signing Celtic midfielder Colin Healy is still possible, and an option he wants to pursue... more...

July 27, 2003

McCarthy: Kyle is my first choice striker Mick McCarthy confirmed today that Kevin Kyle is his first choice for a striker going into the new season. Kyle,... more...

Bally for appearance at Durham City AFC Durham City AFC, who provide Sunderland with facilities for reserve team games in the shape of the Archibald Stadium, will... more...

July 24, 2003

McCann Transfer Hitch Only kidding... Gavin McCann today agreed terms with David O'Leary at Aston Villa and passed a medical there. McCann has... more...

July 23, 2003

McCann Bid accepted The club have accepted a bid from Aston Villa for Gavin McCann (figure officially undisclosed at the moment but rumoured... more...

Shirt Number Shakeup In perhaps what is the biggest clue to McCarthy's plans for the coming season the squad numbers have been announced... more...

July 22, 2003

Rumour Mill Roundup What is Happening on the Transfer Front? Lots of rumours and not much action, but we thought it was about... more...

July 19, 2003

Everton gaffer confirms McCann interest Everton manager David Moyes has confirmed that he'd be interested in buying Gavin McCann as part of a move to... more...

Thornton to miss Grimsby friendly Sunderland rising star Sean Thornton will be unable to take part in tommorrow's pre-season friendly against Grimsby after picking up... more...

Tickets go on sale for home matches Tickets for the home games against Millwall, Watford, Rotherham and Crystal Palace will be on sale from the ticket office... more...

Phillips' agent plays down Rangers interest The agent of Kevin Phillips has played down speculation that the striker could be on his way to Rangers. Phil... more...