Sunderland AFC

Sunderland manager Jack Ross is planning a mid-season friendly in a bid to keep  fringe players fresh for the League One run-in.

Sunderland's promotion rivals Barnsley have been dealt another major injury blow.

South Shields will play their Durham Challenge Cup final clash with Shildon at the Stadium of Light after the Black Cats agreed a new partnership with Durham County FA.

Shamed former Sunderland footballer Adam Johnson is set to leave prison this week, after serving half his six-year sentence, according to reports.

Reported Sunderland target Josh Hawkes looks set to stay at Hartlepool United, the Hartlepool Mail understands.

A Black Cats supporter is calling on his fellow fans to remember Bradley Lowery as Sunderland head to Wembley.

Jack Ross is hoping Adam Matthews’ hamstring injury is not serious, with Sunderland in the Checkatrade Trophy final a week Sunday.

Before the game Jack Ross had assured Sunderland fans that they need not worry about Will Grigg.

Jack Ross has backed Sunderland defender Jack Baldwin to play a key role as the side push for promotion.

Jack Ross has praised the 'incredible' form of Luton Town as Sunderland continue their promotion push.

Jon McLaughlin has won praise for his "exceptional" Sunderland form by Scotland boss Alex McLeish.