TACTICS

Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya makes a save under strong Sunderland pressure at the Stadium of Light

The positives Sunderland can take from Arsenal defeat amid Mikel Arteta praise

Emersonn scores Ipswich Town's opening goal against Sunderland

Emersonn scores Ipswich Town's opening goal against Sunderland

Ipswich Town 2-1 Sunderland - talking points as Black Cats start with a defeat

Jack Clarke celebrates after scoring Ipswich Town's dramatic late winner against Sunderland

Jack Clarke celebrates after scoring Ipswich Town's dramatic late winner against Sunderland

Some popular Sunderland figures might have to once again fall by the wayside

Nordi Mukiele battles for the ball with Maxim De Cuyper

Nordi Mukiele battles for the ball with Maxim De Cuyper

What worked for Regis Le Bris at Brighton - and what Sunderland boss must now work on

Sunderland's players celebrate after their win over Chelsea

Sunderland's players celebrate after their win over Chelsea

What can Sunderland achieve this season?

Nordi Mukiele fires home Sunderland's opening goal in their win over Wolves

Nordi Mukiele fires home Sunderland's opening goal in their win over Wolves

We can now say Sunderland's summer transfer work was exceptional

Summer signing Omar Alderete wins a header during Sunderland's draw with Aston Villa

Summer signing Omar Alderete wins a header during Sunderland's draw with Aston Villa

SCOTT WILSON COLUMN

Sunderland's biggest challenge - and how they have set about tackling it

Kristjaan Speakman and Regis Le Bris

Kristjaan Speakman and Regis Le Bris

SCOTT WILSON COLUMN

'Clarity and purpose' as Sunderland make headline-grabbing transfer moves

Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman (left) and head coach Regis Le Bris (right)

Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman (left) and head coach Regis Le Bris (right)

What are Sunderland's key summer transfer priorities - and who might leave?

Sunderland will renew rivalries with Coventry City on Tuesday night

Sunderland will renew rivalries with Coventry City on Tuesday night

The three key battles that could decide Sunderland's play-off decider with Coventry

Chris Rigg's shot is blocked in a crowded penalty area

Chris Rigg's shot is blocked in a crowded penalty area

The worrying question raised by Sunderland's defeat at Oxford ahead of play-offs

Sunderland's players celebrate after Trai Hume's goal

Sunderland's players celebrate after Trai Hume's goal

Talking points, star man and key moments as Sunderland beat West Brom at Hawthorns

Sunderland winger Tommy Watson, who is joining Brighton

Sunderland winger Tommy Watson, who is joining Brighton

Why Sunderland's Tommy Watson deal makes sense - but with a couple of key concerns

Romaine Mundle shows his disappointment during Sunderland's defeat to Hull City

Romaine Mundle shows his disappointment during Sunderland's defeat to Hull City

'Stuttering form, set-piece woes and ineffective changes' - unpicking the Hull defeat

Wilson Isidor is Sunderland's leading scorer this season

Wilson Isidor is Sunderland's leading scorer this season

JAMES HUNTER COLUMN

A glimpse into Sunderland's future - and a potential answer to a problem

Chris Rigg scores Sunderland's winner over Middlesbrough in September

Chris Rigg scores Sunderland's winner over Middlesbrough in September

PRE-MATCH ANALYSIS

The four key talking points ahead of Sunderland's Monday-night trip to Middlesbrough

Jobe Bellingham can't find a way through between two Plymouth defenders

Jobe Bellingham can't find a way through between two Plymouth defenders

The Debrief - Why Sunderland drew with Plymouth and what lessons need to be learned

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris

The inside track on Regis Le Bris' press conference ahead of Plymouth Argyle game

Enzo Le Fee on the pitch at the Stadium of Light ahead of Sunderland's FA Cup game with Stoke City

Enzo Le Fee on the pitch at the Stadium of Light ahead of Sunderland's FA Cup game with Stoke City

What does the Enzo Le Fee deal tell us about Sunderland's new outlook?

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris

Regis Le Bris explains tactical thinking in Sunderland win over Sheffield United

Sunderland's players react to the final whistle in their goalless draw with West Brom

Sunderland's players react to the final whistle in their goalless draw with West Brom

Watson's progress, striker issues and lack of Le Bris subs - key issues from WBA draw

Regis Le Bris applauds the travelling fans in the wake of Sunderland's goalless draw at QPR

Regis Le Bris applauds the travelling fans in the wake of Sunderland's goalless draw at QPR

Sunderland set to have three key absentees for Preston away game

Sunderland's players celebrate after their midweek win at Luton Town

Sunderland's players celebrate after their midweek win at Luton Town

JAMES HUNTER COLUMN

When does a strong start become a genuine push for automatic promotion?

Should Aaron Connolly start for Sunderland against Oxford?

Should Aaron Connolly start for Sunderland against Oxford?

Should Aaron Connolly start - and other key issues ahead of Oxford home game

It's an important pre-season for Patrick Roberts

It's an important pre-season for Patrick Roberts

Why pre-season holds an added importance for Patrick Roberts under Régis Le Bris

Would Alexandre Mendy be a good fit for Sunderland?

Would Alexandre Mendy be a good fit for Sunderland?

Wyscout analysis

Are Sunderland set to sign Alexandre Mendy? Is he the striker they need?

Sunderland players warm up during their pre-season tour of Alicante.

Sunderland players warm up during their pre-season tour of Alicante.

Alicante tour analysis

Six key takeaways from Sunderland's pre-season tour of Alicante

Sunderland staff talk with the players during their pre-season friendly against CD Eldense.

Sunderland staff talk with the players during their pre-season friendly against CD Eldense.

Alicante tour analysis

Hemir's thunderbolt, defensive duo impress and Alan Browne's first Sunderland start

Sunderland are put through their paces in the blistering heat in Alicante.

Sunderland are put through their paces in the blistering heat in Alicante.

Alicante tour diary

Inside Sunderland's training camp and team news ahead of CD Eldense friendly

Sunderland's players check out the pitch at Pinatar Arena ahead of their draw with Nottingham Forest.

Sunderland's players check out the pitch at Pinatar Arena ahead of their draw with Nottingham Forest.

Alicante tour diary

Sunderland boardroom talks in Alicante as Régis Le Bris gets positive feedback

Sunderland in action against Nottingham Forest at Pinatar Arena.

Sunderland in action against Nottingham Forest at Pinatar Arena.

Alicante tour analysis

Eliezer Mayenda impresses, Sunderland's effective press and Le Bris' selection hint

Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris looks on during a training session in Alicante.

Sunderland head coach Régis Le Bris looks on during a training session in Alicante.

Pre-season tour diary

Régis Le Bris' early injury problems, Alan Browne impression and one eye on Cardiff

Sunderland have completed the signing of Republic of Ireland midfielder Alan Browne

Sunderland have completed the signing of Republic of Ireland midfielder Alan Browne

Wyscout analysis

Alan Browne: Sunderland's 'no-nonsense' new addition in recruitment shake-up

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris took charge of his first two games as Sunderland head coach.

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris took charge of his first two games as Sunderland head coach.

Instant analysis

Key talking points from Sunderland's friendlies vs South Shields and Gateshead FC

Jack Clarke joined Sunderland on a permanent transfer in 2022

Jack Clarke joined Sunderland on a permanent transfer in 2022

Two years of Jack Clarke: From doubting his decision to 'setting the standards'

Will Sunderland finally replace Ross Stewart this summer?

Will Sunderland finally replace Ross Stewart this summer?

Scouting series

Strikers: Will Sunderland finally find a replacement for Ross Stewart?

We Are Sunderland's scouting series focuses on wingers

We Are Sunderland's scouting series focuses on wingers

Scouting series

Wingers: Do Sunderland need a Jack Clarke replacement? If so, who?

We Are Sunderland's summer scouting series looks at possible midfield transfers.

We Are Sunderland's summer scouting series looks at possible midfield transfers.

Sunderland's central midfield options, academy prospects and potential transfers

We Are Sunderland's scouting series

We Are Sunderland's scouting series

Scouting series

Sunderland's centre-back options assessed: Do they need to strengthen?

Sunderland fans face some extremely long trips in the early weeks of the season

Sunderland fans face some extremely long trips in the early weeks of the season

Five key talking points from Sunderland's fixtures - and what you might have missed

What can Sunderland expect from their new head coach: Régis Le Bris

What can Sunderland expect from their new head coach: Régis Le Bris

Head coach analysis

Régis Le Bris: The tactical transition and academy success that led him to Sunderland

We Are Sunderland takes a closer look at Sunderland's goalkeeping department this summer.

We Are Sunderland takes a closer look at Sunderland's goalkeeping department this summer.

Summer scouting series

Assessing Sunderland's goalkeeping department, signings and departures

QPR boss Marti Cifeuntes has been linked with the vacant Sunderland position.

QPR boss Marti Cifeuntes has been linked with the vacant Sunderland position.

Head coach report

Marti Cifuentes, the 'three P's' and why Sunderland are right to be interested

Marti Cifuentes (L), Rene Maric (C) and Liam Rosenior (R) have all been linked with the vacant Sunderland position.

Marti Cifuentes (L), Rene Maric (C) and Liam Rosenior (R) have all been linked with the vacant Sunderland position.

Head coach latest

Rosenior, Maric, Cifuentes, Dodds - who will be Sunderland's next head coach?

Former AZ Alkmaar boss Pascal Jansen has been linked with the vacant Sunderland managerial position.

Former AZ Alkmaar boss Pascal Jansen has been linked with the vacant Sunderland managerial position.

Head Coach analysis

Pascal Jansen: The Sunderland head coach target inspired by Johan Cruyff

Jobe Bellingham has been linked with a move to the Premier League this summer

Jobe Bellingham has been linked with a move to the Premier League this summer

Jobe Bellingham's debut season at Sunderland and why he'd be a miss if he leaves

Sunderland were beaten 3-1 by Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League 2 play-off final

Sunderland were beaten 3-1 by Tottenham Hotspur in the Premier League 2 play-off final

Tottenham 3-1 Sunderland: U21s pride despite missing out on Premier League 2 prize

Chris Rigg has enjoyed a stellar breakthrough campaign with Sunderland.

Chris Rigg has enjoyed a stellar breakthrough campaign with Sunderland.

StatsBomb analysis

The stats behind Chris Rigg's Sunderland breakthrough and why the club must keep him

Liam Rosenior has held talks with Sunderland over a move to the Stadium of Light

Liam Rosenior has held talks with Sunderland over a move to the Stadium of Light

Head coach analysis

Liam Rosenior holds talks but what would he bring to Sunderland?

Sunderland's lack of goals from strikers was the main talking point of the 2023/24 campaign, so where do they go from here?

Sunderland's lack of goals from strikers was the main talking point of the 2023/24 campaign, so where do they go from here?

StatsBomb analysis

Inside Sunderland's striker struggles, winger creativity and 'lack of quality'

West Ham United's Divin Mubama has been linked with a move to Sunderland this summer.

West Ham United's Divin Mubama has been linked with a move to Sunderland this summer.

Divin Mubama scouted: FA Youth Cup and Europa Conference League winner

Danny Rohl has made a big impression in his role as Sheffield Wednesday head coach

Danny Rohl has made a big impression in his role as Sheffield Wednesday head coach

Head coach analysis

'Astonishing' Danny Rohl: Why he is 'destined for the top' with or without Sunderland

Former Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom is on Sunderland's shortlist to take over at the Stadium of Light.

Former Sheffield United boss Paul Heckingbottom is on Sunderland's shortlist to take over at the Stadium of Light.

Head Coach analysis

Paul Heckingbottom: A Championship promotion that sets him apart in head coach search

Will Still is among the candidates to be named Sunderland's new head coach

Will Still is among the candidates to be named Sunderland's new head coach

Head coach analysis

The story of Will Still and why Sunderland are right to be interested