Sunderland Analysis

'Judge Sunderland after ten games,' they said - so let's judge

Are Sunderland the real deal this season, is it another false dawn, or do we just not know yet?

'Judge Sunderland after ten games,' they said - so let's judge

Are Sunderland the real deal this season, is it another false dawn, or do we just not know yet?

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Chris Mepham loan: What are Sunderland's chances of making it permanent?

Never fall in love with a loan player, right? Well, Chris Mepham is certainly testing Sunderland fans' subscription to that theory at the moment.

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VIDEO: How Sunderland battled out draw against Leeds in epic encounter

By hook or by crook, Sunderland salvaged a potentially vital point against Leeds. How did the game unfold, though?

Sunderland looking at Chelsea striker David Datro Fofana

Sunderland working on potential loan deal for Chelsea striker

If Sunderland end deadline day without a new striker, it certainly won't be for the want of trying with Chelsea youngster David Datro Fofana another target.

VIDEO: How did Sunderland demolish in-form Sheffield Wednesday?

Sunderland turned in one of their most memorable performances in years in beating Sheffield Wednesday 4-0, but what were the tactics behind it?

Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman

FEATURE: Do Sunderland pass the Jamie Carragher 'healthy squad' test?

With the transfer deadline approaching, we examine the Sunderland squad to find out just how good it is in terms of balance.

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Direct replacement or tactical tweak? Five options for Sunderland in Jack Clarke absence

How might Sunderland set up in the absence of Jack Clarke? There are plenty of options to consider...

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Beeline for decline: How Sunderland 'obsession with progression' turned into self-sabotage

Sunderland have managed to get themselves in a right pickle with Michael Beale, and they may be the only people remotely surprised.

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Fewer goals and points, rarer wins: Statistics prove Michael Beale has made Sunderland worse

Despite whatever excuses Michael Beale wants to offer, the statistics on his Sunderland performance make for bad reading.

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VIDEO: How Sunderland powered past Plymouth

Sunderland showed some real mettle and quality to comeback to beat Plymouth, and this is how they did it.

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Incredible Jack Clarke statistic that shows Sunderland have the best player in the league

There are a lot of players in the Championship putting up good numbers, but no one has ever achieved even close to Sunderland's Jack Clarke in one key metric.

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100% duels and tackles won: Who was unsung Sunderland hero against Plymouth?

Sunderland had many fine individual performances in the win over Plymouth, but one man may not be getting the credit he deserves.

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VIDEO: Why Sunderland striker debate should be over and Leo Hjede debut analysis

Should the Sunderland striker debate now be over? How did Leo Hjelde do on his debut? How did Michael Beale rescue a point against Middlesbrough?

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How Championship rivals' £400k per week losses shine new light on Sunderland model

Hull City are an example often offered of a Championship club showing 'ambition,' but their published accounts show the value of Sunderland's more cautious approach.

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Why Abdoullah Ba has become unlikely hero in quest to sell 'the model' to Sunderland fans

Changing perceptions is never easy, but it is the task with which Sunderland are faced. Abdoullah Ba could prove to be their trump card, though.

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Sunderland: A needless tale of eroded trust, betrayal and self-sabotage

Things have gone very wrong at Sunderland, probably more wrong than the club even realise. But how on earth has it come to this?

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Seven reasons why Sunderland should sack Michael Beale now

It has taken Michael Beale just seven games to inspire Sunderland fans to chant for his sacking. Here are seven reasons the club should listen.

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VIDEO: How selection changes helped Sunderland start the New Year brightly

Sunderland started 2024 with a brilliantly efficient win over Preston, but how did they do it?

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Five Sunderland players who could get new lease of life under Michael Beale

Michael Beale will inevitably bring some change at Sunderland. That may be bad news for some players - but good for others.

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Sell to thrive, not sell to survive: The Sunderland 'model' explained - in their own words

Although Sunderland make it clear that they have a 'model' they are not good at explaining what it is. So, pulling together stuff they have said about it, we'll have a go ourselves.

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What can Sunderland expect tactically from Michael Beale?

Michael Beale appears to be a good fit tactically for Sunderland and has impressive endorsements, but talking himself into trouble is a distinct danger.

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Michael Beale to Sunderland: The good, the bad, and the WTF

here we go again. Sunderland appear to have a new head coach in Michael Beale, with fans left to try to make sense of it.

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VIDEO: How two games led to the Sunderland Redemption of Mike Dodds

Sunderland have had a statement week under interim boss Mike Dodds, beating two promotion rivals in four days. But how did he do it?

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Jimmy Thelin: Who is Sunderland-linked coach and what tactics does he play?

There is a new name in the fray to be the next Sunderland head coach, but who exactly is Jimmy Thelin?

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Five Reasons why Sunderland sacked Tony Mowbray

Sunderland have been criticised by many in the media for sacking Tony Mowbray, but there are good reasons for it.