Sunderland

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Name: Sunderland AFC

Founded: 1879 (as Sunderland and District Teachers' Association Football Club, became Sunderland AFC in 1880)

Sunderland's three league titles in four years at the end of the 19th century were followed by three more and five runners-up spots, as well as a first FA Cup triumph in 1937. However, despite being nicknamed the “Bank of England” club for their post-war spending power, the Black Cats, barring a giant-killing FA Cup final victory over the mighty Leeds in 1973, have endured fluctuating fortunes since and currently find themselves languishing in League One.

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Welcome to the Premier League where the product is so good it’s bad

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Are we living through the footballing Dark Ages? Is it true you can have too much of a good thing? The Premier League in 2026 may be an interesting case study for both

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Sunderland beat Newcastle 1-0 earlier this season in the Premier League

What channel is Newcastle United vs Sunderland on?

By Matthew Holt last updated

Can Newcastle avenge their loss at the Stadium of Light earlier this season? Or will it be two from two for the Black Cats? Here's how to watch Newcastle v Sunderland

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Sunderland goalkeeper Robin Roefs has missed the last few weeks with injury

Is Robin Roefs injured? Injury latest on Sunderland goalkeeper ahead of Newcastle clash

By Ewan Gennery published

Robin Roefs has missed Sunderland's last three games in all competitions and remains a doubt for clash against Newcastle

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How to watch TNT Sports live streams A TNT branded microphone during the Premier League match between Manchester City and Newcastle United at Etihad Stadium on August 19, 2023 in Manchester, England. (Photo by Robbie Jay Barratt - AMA/Getty Images)

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By Mark White last updated

TNT Sports takes you right to the heart of the Premier League action this weekend

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By Patrick Fletcher last updated

HOW TO WATCH All the information on how to watch the Premier League 2025/2026 season, with broadcasters, streaming options, and televised fixtures so you don't miss a game.

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Can I watch Sunderland vs Brighton? TV info and live stream details for 3pm Premier League kick-off

By Matthew Holt published

Here's how to watch Sunderland vs Brighton from anywhere in the world as the mid-table duo face off at the Stadium of Light.

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Is Robin Roefs injured? Injury latest on Sunderland goalkeeper ahead of Brighton encounter

By Matthew Holt published

Robin Roefs missed the FA Cup exit against Port Vale last weekend

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Sunderland manager Regis Le Bris

How to watch Port Vale vs Sunderland: Streams and TV info

By Chris Nee published

Here's how to watch Port Vale vs Sunderland online and on TV.

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Leeds United's English striker #09 Dominic Calvert-Lewin celebrates scoring the team's third goal during the English Premier League football match between Leeds United and Nottingham Forest at Elland Road in Leeds, northern England on February 06, 2026.

How to watch Leeds United vs Sunderland: Streams and TV info

By Chris Nee last updated

Here's how to watch Leeds United vs Sunderland from anywhere in the world as Leeds aim to close the gap to three points.

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‘Paolo Di Canio banished me from the Sunderland training ground, but Gus Poyet wiped the slate clean’ Phil Bardsley on his Black Cats resurgence

By Joe Mewis published

EXCLUSIVE The defender would go on to make more than 200 appearances for Sunderland

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