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Sunderland’s Granit Xhaka celebrates with Habib Diarra (Owen Humphreys/PA)

'Six weeks' - Midfielder a doubt for Newcastle United v Sunderland

Colin Backhouse, right, and his friends in Malta who were planning an early rise to fly to the Torreense game - via Madrid and Porto.

Malta's Mackems on their way as more Black Cats fans head for Portugal

Sunderland fans at the AZ Alkmaar game.

SAFC handed sizeable away allocation for EL clash v SCU Torreense

Paul Dobson pictured next to the new mural at A Love Supreme - painted by a mystery artist.

'I walked 23 miles to get European Cup Winners Cup tickets in 1973'

Sunderland AFC legends Kevin Phillips and Peter Reid are set to host 'An Evening with' at The Customs House, in South Shields.

’An Evening with’ two SAFC legends set to be held in South Shields

Members of the Fans Hub team taking part in a match at the Stadium of Light. (Inset) FA Cup winning captain Bobby Kerr will be taking part in the trip.

Bobby Kerr and Fans Museum look to launch Inclusion Cup with twin city

Toulouse left back Dayann Methalie

SAFC in talks to sign £25m-rated star previously monitored by NUFC

Former SAFC players Gary Bennett and Mick Harford alongside Fans Museum founder Michael Ganley at the start of last year’s walk.

"Get checked out" says Gary Bennett ahead of Prostate Cancer Walk

Sunderland legend Gary Bennett has joined the coaching staff at Hebburn Town Women (photo Tyler Lopes)

Sunderland legend joins Hebburn Town Women coaching staff

Jimmy Montgomery pulls off his miracle double save in the 1973 FA Cup Final. He got the most nominations for Sunderland's keeper in Europe, although there were also called for Robin Roefs and Shay Given.

The all-time Sunderland team our readers chose for European football

One of the most iconic derby moments in Sunderland history, pictured after Jermain Defoe scored a wonder goal against Newcastle in 2015. (Photo by Michael Regan/Getty Images)

11 legends you'll see at the SoL and their connections to Wearside

Marc, right, with his wife Fiona and son Tom on a visit to the Stadium of Light.

The Sunderland expat who will never forget his days at Roker Park

Sunderland coach reveals season-ending injury blow and details Régis Le Bris and Granit Xhaka support

Cats coach reveals injury blow and details Le Bris and Xhaka support

Nigel Farage during a visit to South Shields town centre.

"Hate mob": Nigel Farage says he won't attend Sunderland game

Jack Whittaker shines as Sunderland U21s book Premier League Cup final place after six-goal Blackburn thriller

Whittaker shines as U21s book cup final place after six-goal thriller

Roberto De Zerbi.

Where Tottenham clash will be won and lost for Sunderland
We've highlighted the key dangers and weaknesses for Tottenham Hotspur as they travel to Sunderland next weekend.
CJ Smith

Liam Kwon in his Sunderland AFC shirt at the New York City schools Spelling Bee competition.

New York City boy reveals why he supports SAFC after video goes viral

Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe

Newcastle United predicted XI v Sunderland with major decisions made

Newcastle United predicted XI v Sunderland

Newcastle United predicted XI v Sunderland as Howe makes Tonali call

Liam Kwon in his Sunderland AFC shirt at the New York City schools Spelling Bee competition.

Watch as fan Liam becomes New York City champion in his SAFC strip

Sir Bob Murray will be inducted into SAFC's Hall of Fame at half-time when the club host Brighton & Hove Albion at the Stadium of Light.

Deeply humbling - Sir Bob Murray to be inducted into SAFC Hall of Fame

Marcelo Balsamo with his sons Luiz Felipe and Henrique ahead of tonight's game.

We fell in love with SAFC say family who've travelled from Brazil

Giant beach tribute on Seaburn beach to SAFC super-fan George Forster.

Giant tribute to SAFC superfan George Forster created on Seaburn Beach

Lutsharel Geertruida. Pic by Chris Fryatt

Sunderland make Lutsharel Geertruida transfer decision

Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris.

Early Sunderland team news ahead of Tyne-Wear derby v Newcastle United

Elijah Adebayo finds the net against Swansea City last season - pic: David Horn / PRiME Media Images

Man called footballer racist slur after he scored against Sunderland

Sir Bob Murray was given an honorary degree for his services to Sunderland and the wider North East.

Former SAFC chairman Sir Bob Murray receives honorary degree
Former Sunderland AFC chairman Sir Bob Murray has been awarded an honorary degree for his contribution to supporting the lives of people in the city and wider region.
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Eddie Howe and Regis Le Bris

Sunderland receive major boost ahead of Newcastle United clash

Sunderland v Bournemouth: Referee Tim Robinson's Black Cats record

Abdoullah Ba scores as Sunderland U21s draw with Halifax Town in National League Cup

Abdoullah Ba scores as Sunderland U21s win on penalties vs Halifax

Emily Murphy starred as Newcastle United Women defeated Sunderland in the WSL2

10/10 ‘super sub’ & 9/10 shine as NUFC Women defeat Sunderland

Newcastle United's allocation for their Premier League clash with Sunderland has been confirmed.

NUFC release statement as derby day ticket information confirmed

TV personalities and former Black Cats stars turned out in force for the Foundation of Light’s annual Gala Awards Dinner.

SAFC legends turn out in force for Foundation of Light's Gala Awards

George Forster, Jim Montgomery, Father Mark Laydon Smith, and pupils from St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School.

Super-fan, 99, breaks card record and gets visit from SAFC legend

Katie Kitching

Sunderland Women 2-1 Durham Women: Player ratings as Black Cats go top

Granit Xhaka of Sunderland tackling Brentford's Mikkel Damsgaard

Where Sunderland rank in Europe's top 20 teams for tackles per game

Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris is facing injury worries.

Cats handed boost as no fresh injuries reported after internationals

Granit Xhaka

Xhaka sends 114-word message to Sunderland fans after £17m switch

Kristjaan Speakman

Cats plot £2.5m transfer for wonderkid as Speakman eyes next big star

Sunderland fans and players celebrate at Wembley during the play-off final win against Sheffield United. Photo by Chris Fryatt.

Cats linked with Habib Keita as fresh Rigg transfer claim emerges

SAFC's Sporting Director Kristjaan Speakman and Chief Business Officer David Bruce react to the Premier League fixtures.

SAFC legends join guests at the Beacon of Light for Fixtures Breakfast

Watson the hero as Sunderland beat Sheff United to earn promotion

Sunderland fans arriving at Wembley

Watch Sunderland fans arriving at Wembley ahead of play off finals

92 red and white Nissan Qashqai cars spell out 'Til the End' - SAFC's motto throughout the playoff campaign.

Watch stunning footage as 92 Nissan cars send SAFC a good luck message

The Kevin Phillips screw art portrait now on display at the 3 Stories pub.

Giant Super Kev screw portrait on display at 3 Stories ahead of final

Packed in to Wembley for the FA Cup Final against Liverpool and the support was wonderful as always.

Sunderland kit at Wembley in 1992 photos

The scene at the final whistle.

Watch the sheer elation of Black Cats fans after last night's victory

Sunderland against Newcastle at Roker Park in the first leg of their play-off semi-final in 1990. Despite the grainy photo, perhaps you can spot a face in the crowd.

Sunderland's play-off dramas: 13 top moments

Sunderland's Chris Rigg has been linked with a move to Newcastle United

Sunderland starlet breaks silence on Newcastle United transfer links

Jobe celebrating his opening goal against Derby County at the Stadium of Light on October 1.

Sunderland's most likely play-off opponent predicted by stats experts

Sunderland and Swansea City team and injury news

NUFC player ratings v SAFC Women as ‘warrior’ 8/10 stars

Dennis Cirkin

Gabbiadini names Sunderland star who has not been '100%' recently

Sunderland fans at the Stadium of Light for the game against Preston North End.

Sunderland issue new update on controversial ticket policy

Exclusive Ex-Sunderland & Sheff Wed midfielder aiming to return to management

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