Red & White Barmy
2011-12-11 16:42
THE TEAMS: Sunderland vs Blackburn
Sunderland vs Blackburn Sunderland: Westwood, O’Shea, Bramble, Brown, Bardsley, Larsson, Colback, Vaughan, Richardson, Sessegnon, Wickham Subs: Kilgallon, Ji, Meyler, McClean, Carson, Elmohamady, Noble Blackburn: Robinson, Lowe, Samba, Dann, Givet, Salgado, Dunn, Pedersen, Vukcevic, Formica, Yakubu Subs: Bunn, Olsson, Blackman, Goodwillie, Roberts, Hanley, Henley Referee: Peter Walton (Northamptonshire)
Red & White Barmy
2011-12-01 19:10
Bruce’s post match reaction vs Swansea City
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce was disappointed his side had not been able to find the target during the 0-0 draw at Swansea City. Today’s result follows on the back of the Carling Cup exit against Brighton and a derby defeat against Newcastle, and Bruce admitted it had been a tough week. “It’s been a frustrating [...]
Red & White Barmy
2011-12-01 19:10
Sunderland get Peter Crouch boost
Manager Harry Redknapp admitted that there was significant interest inPeter Crouch, who is wanted by Sunderland and Stoke, and that he could leave the club. He told Sky Sports News: “It’s up to Crouchy. I’ve had Peter at a few clubs. Good player, great guy as well. “But I suppose with Adebayor coming in, it’s [...]
Red & White Barmy
2011-12-01 19:10
Lawro predicts Sunderland to draw with Chelsea
BBC football pundit Mark Lawrenson has predicted that Sunderland will draw with Chelsea this weekend. He told BBC Sport Online: “Sunderland will be fine this season. I know plenty of people are pointing to their form at the back end of last season and the start of this wondering if there are problems there, but [...]
Red & White Barmy
2011-12-01 19:10
VIDEO PREVIEW: Sunderland vs Aston Villa
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Red & White Barmy
2011-12-01 19:10
Stat Attack: Sunderland v Aston Villa
• Sunderland scored two late goals against Bolton to secure their first away win of the season in their last Barclays Premier League fixture • Those last goals were reflected in the fact that Sunderland covered more ground in the second half than in the first half (53.131km v 53.828km), whereas on average over the [...]
Red & White Barmy
2011-12-01 19:10
Bent can expect hot reception
Steve Bruce expects Aston Villa striker Darren Bent to face a hot reception from Sunderland’s fans. “It’s football so I think he’ll be expecting it,” said Bruce, who was also keen to highlight what Bent achieved in his 18 months at Sunderland, scoring 36 goals in 63 appearances. “I think we have to acknowledge what [...]
Red & White Barmy
2011-12-01 19:10
Wickham scan results revealed
Sunderland say Connor Wickham did not suffer “serious” knee damage at Old Trafford. Initial scans suggested the damage was not as serious as first thought, and further examinations have revealed no lasting problem. A statement released via the club’s official website read: “Sunderland have announced that further investigations have shown that Connor Wickham has not [...]
Red & White Barmy
2011-11-11 15:24
Battling Black Cats scare United
In a bizarre few weeks that had seen the Red Devils ship in 6 against City and send fans to sleep against Galati, the lads must of fancied their chances when visiting the theatre of dreams, making it an anniversary to forget for Fergie. Despite parking the bus in front of goal, thoroughly deserving a [...]
Red & White Barmy
2011-10-31 16:15
Sunderland player has operation
Sunderland’s Simon Mignolet is waiting to discover long he could be sidelined for after nose surgery. He uffered the injury in a collision with Aston Villa striker Emile Heskey during Saturday’s 2-2 Barclays Premier League draw at the Stadium of Light. A club statement read on Monday: “Sunderland goalkeeper Simon Mignolet underwent surgery yesterday to [...]
Red & White Barmy
2011-09-09 20:24
VIDEO PREVIEW: Sunderland vs Chelsea
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Red & White Barmy
2011-08-18 16:42
Bruce: I have not spoken to Kranjcar’s agent
Sunderland will not be signing Spurs midfielder Niko Kranjcar if Steve Bruce’s latest quotes are anything to go by. Speculation over a move for the out of favour Spurs midfielder were fuelled by recent quotes from the player’s agent, but Sunderland have not spoken to his agent. It seems as if they could be using [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-11-25 15:03
Sunderland player goes under the knife
Sunderland defender Titus Bramble will undergo knee surgery which will rule him out for six weeks.
Bramble missed Monday’s night’s 2-2 Barclays Premier League draw with Everton with damaged knee cartilage.
A club statement said: “Sunderland defender Titus Bramble will go under the knife today to repair damaged cartilage in his knee.
“The 29-year-old was admitted to hospital [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-06-08 15:00
Mars Bar - John Barnes’ rap extended 60′ version
Mars are giving England fans the chance to send their messages of support to the team for the World Cup in South Africa.
They have linked up with former England international John Barnes to re-create his classic ‘World in Motion’ music video with a bit of a Mars twist…
Singing for England! You can sing along too [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-04-30 13:53
Lawro predicts Sunderland to lose to Manchester United
Mark Lawrenson has predicted that Manchester United will beat Sunderland on Sunday.
He told BBC Sport Online: “Sunderland manager Steve Bruce could effectively kill off his old boss Sir Alex Ferguson’s title hopes here. There is no pressure on Sunderland, they could have striker Kenwyne Jones back and in Darren Bent, they have got someone in [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-04-25 13:37
Bruce eyes Keane in £8million deal
Sunderland manager Steve Bruce is considering an £8m bid for Tottenham striker Robbie Keane, who is currently on loan at Celtic.
The Black Cats were interested in signing Keane in January, but were put off by the £10million fee and his wages of £65,000 a week.
With Sunderland securing their Premier League status for another season, owner [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-04-02 13:45
Bruce to talk to Spurs over Hutton’s future
Steve Bruce is considering speaking to Harry Redknapp about the future of Alan Hutton.
The Scottish right-back is on loan at Sunderland from Tottenham Hotspur and Bruce wants to sign him on a permanent deal.
As part of the loan agreement, Hutton is unavailable for tomorrow’s game at the Stadium of Light, but Bruce has been impressed [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-03-28 20:28
Gordon wants Hutton stay
Sunderland goalkeeper Craig Gordon has revealed that Alan Hutton has settled well into life at the club.
The full-back is currently on loan at the Stadium of Light from Tottenham Hotspur and with Kyle Walker and Vedran Corluka already ahead of him in the pecking order at White Hart Lane, the Scot is being tipped for [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-03-26 23:42
Bruce speaks on Rafa row
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce is still unhappy over Liverpool’s pursuit of Kenwyne Jones.
The Trinidad & Tobago international was linked in January with a loan move to Anfield with a a permanent switch during the summer - speculation which unsettled Jones.
Bruce said: “Listen, it’s said and done. In management, you have to do one thing, which [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-03-25 16:27
Bruce: 38 points should ensure Sunderland survive
Steve Bruce believes that one more victory will cement Sunderland’s Premier League status for another season.
The Black Cats drew 1-1 at Aston Villa on Wednesday night and Bruce reckons that three more points, which would take his side to 38 for the season would be enough to survive.
He said: “Will 38 points be enough? I [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-03-20 17:27
THE TEAMS: Sunderland vs Birmingham City
Benjani starts for Sunderland for their Premier League clash against Birmingham City.
Sunderland: Gordon, Hutton, Turner, Mensah, Ferdinand, Campbell, Meyler, Richardson, Malbranque, Bent, Mwaruwari
Subs: Carson, Bardsley, Zenden, Henderson, Da Silva, Kilgallon, Cattermole
Birmingham: Hart, Carr, Dann, Johnson, Ridgewell, Gardner, Michel, Ferguson, Fahey, Jerome, Benitez
Subs: Taylor, Bowyer, Larsson, Phillips, McFadden, Parnaby, Vignal
Referee: Peter Walton (Northamptonshire)
Red & White Barmy
2010-03-09 13:42
Bruce wary of Bolton’s Davies threat
Steve Bruce has told Sunderland’s defenders to be on their guard against Kevin Davies.
The Bolton striker is arguably their biggest threat as all of their attacking play comes through the frontman.
Bruce said: “He is very clever, very, very good at what he does. He has played in the Premier League now for years and let’s [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-03-04 18:56
Premier League clubs vote against Champions League play-off
Premier League chairman have rejected the idea of a play-off to decide the fourth Champions League place.
Some clubs were keen on the idea in principle, but the plan has stalled after clubs voted against looking into the idea for the time being.
Manchester United, Chelsea, Liverpool and Arsenal all opposed the idea.
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Red & White Barmy
2010-02-22 14:42
Bruce: Next four home games will define our season
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce says that the next four home games will decide if they are to face a relegation battle.
The Black Cats host Fulham, Bolton, Birmingham and Manchester City with a trip to Aston Villa in between.
He said: “The next four home games will define our season.
“We’re decent at home and I hope that [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-10 23:41
Calm Down, Calm Down: Why Sunderland Won’t Get Relegated
Three attempts at beating the league’s bottom club have passed without success. On every occasion they have come from behind, knocked us out of the F.A Cup and twice levelled the match in the final minutes of the game. All the while Portsmouth has been teetering on the precipice of insolvency and consequent administration. Once [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-06 17:40
THE TEAMS: Sunderland vs Wigan Athletic
Darren Bent partners Kenwyne Jones in attack for Sunderland’s Premier League clash against Wigan Athletic.
Sunderland: Gordon, Hutton, Turner, Kilgallon, McCartney, Henderson, Cattermole, Cana, Reid, Bent, Jones.
Subs: Fulop, Bardsley, Zenden, Malbranque, Campbell, Da Silva, Mwaruwari.
Wigan: Kirkland, Boyce, Caldwell, Bramble, Figueroa, McCarthy, Scharner, Thomas, Diame, N’Zogbia, Rodallega.
Subs: Stojkovic, Scotland, Moses, Gomez, Sinclair, Moreno, Melchiot.
Referee: Stuart Attwell (Warwickshire)
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-06 14:10
John Terry: England still needs you
As a recovering Fabio Capello rested his aching knee in the first class lounge of the morning flight from Zurich to Heathrow, his mind will have no doubt been plagued with thoughts of making the one decision that an entire nation was waiting for, should he stay or should he go now?
It is almost certain [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-05 14:10
Bruce: I’d have loved to have brought Adam in
Sunderland manager Steve Bruce was disappointed to lose out on Adam Johnson.
The Black Cats had been keen on signing the Middlesbrough winger for a number of months, but lost out to Manchester City who landed the player on deadline day for a fee of around £7million.
“I’m happy with the business we’ve done, but, yes, I’d [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-04 15:26
Bruce waiting for news on Mensah injury
Sunderland are waiting for news on the fitness of John Mensah.
The central defender is struggling with a hamstring injury and is a doubt for the game against Wigan on Saturday, which coiuld mean that Steve Bruce has to ring the changes to his back four for the 15th time this season.
Bruce said: “John Mensah has [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-03 17:25
New Sunderland Community Forum - Join Today
Most of us are stuck in work doing mind-numbing tasks for peanuts (a bit like Mido), so why not take a break and come and check out our new message board.
We’ve been busy creating a forum, which caters for fans of all football clubs to encourage discussion and banter between fans - and just as [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-02 23:41
Solitary Point Stokes Fear of Relegation Further
The first of the “season defining” trilogy of games and hope was beginning to wrap its cold, unforgiving hands around Sunderland fans’ hearts. Blame it on the defence, blame it on the injuries or blame it on Bruce, Sunderland are where they are and need to get out of it quickly. A game against Stoke [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-02 19:10
Bruce urges Jones to get his focus back
Steve Bruce wants Kenwyne Jones to focus on getting back to his best now that the transfer window has closed.
Bruce had previously admitted that the Sunderland striker had become unsettled by transfer speculation linking him with a move to Liverpool.
Bruce said: “I thought Kenwyne did much better against Stoke.
“It hasn’t been easy with the constant [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-01 22:25
THE TEAMS: Sunderland vs Stoke City
Michael Turner and Lee Cattermole have passed fitness tests to start for Sunderland against Stoke City.
Sunderland: Gordon, Mensah, McCartney, Turner, Kilgallon, Reid, Malbranque, Cana (C), Cattermole, Bent, Jones.
Subs: Fulop, Bardsley, Da Silva, Henderson, Meyler, Zenden, Campbell.
Stoke: Sorensen, Higginbotham, Huth, Whelan, Sidibe, Diao, Shawcross, Whitehead, Tuncay, Faye (C), Etherington.
Subs: Simonsen, Lawrence, Beattie, Fuller, Collins, Delap, Wilkinson.
Red & White Barmy
2010-02-01 20:25
Defender completes loan move from Tottenham Hotspur
Alan Hutton has completed his loan switch from Tottenham Hotspur to Sunderland
The Scottish right-back moved to Spurs in a £9million deal from Rangers in January 2008 but has found himself behind Vedran Corluka in the pecking order.
Steve Bruce told safc.com: “We have been particularly short of defensive options of late so Alan will come in [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-01-28 17:10
Bruce: Next two games decide our season
Sunderland manager Steve Bruce believes his side have two matches to save their season.
The Black Cats are just three points above the relegation zone after slumping to a 2-0 defeat at Everton.
“We have been on an awful run but we have got back-to-back home games which will define our season,” he said.
“We must get results [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-01-26 16:41
Bruce: Liverpool speculation is unsettling Jones
Sunderland boss Steve Bruce says Kenwyne Jones has been unsettled by Liverpool’s interest.
Jones looked below par in Sunderland’s FA Cup exit at Portsmouth last weekend and has been linked with a loan move to Liverpool.
“It certainly has unsettled him,” said Bruce. “His performance on Saturday reiterated that - and that’s my fear.
“With all the speculation [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-01-23 17:54
Portsmouth vs Sunderland - The Teams
Craig Gordon starts in Sunderland’s FA Cup clash against Portsmouth.
Sunderland: Gordon, Bardsley, Richardson, Cana (C), Da Silva, Meyler, Henderson, Turner, Bent, Zenden, Jones.
Subs: Carson, Campbell, Healy, Malbranque, Murphy, Reid, R Noble.
Portsmouth: Begovic, Kaboul, Hreidarsson, Wilson, Vanden Borre, Boateng, Mokoena, Bouba Diop, Brown (C), Piquionne, Utaka.
Subs: Ashdown, Mullins, Webber, Sowah, Basinas.
Red & White Barmy
2010-01-22 17:55
Bruce furious with disrespectful Liverpool
Steve Bruce has labelled Liverpool’s pursuit of Kenwyne Jones as ‘disrespectful’.
Liverpool have been looking to bring in the Sunderland striker on loan for the rest of the season.
“I know my chairman feels the same, it is quite disrespectful what is happening, not only unsettling the player publicly, but they are probably doing it privately,” Bruce [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-01-22 16:39
Defender rules out Sunderland move
Hamburg defender Guy Demel has ruled out a move to Sunderland.
The central defender is currently on international duty with the Ivory Coast at the African Cup of Nations and has declared that he is happy to remain at Hamburg.
“I will stay with Hamburg. That is certain,” Demel told the Hamburger Morgenpost.
“What made me happy was [...]
Red & White Barmy
2010-01-07 16:54
Sunderland in ‘advanced talks’ with target?
sunderland are keen on signing Hamburg right-back Guy Demel.
According to Sky Sports, talks between both clubs are said to be at an advanced stage for the 28-year-old.
Demel, who had a brief spell at Arsenal without making an appearance is currently on international duty with the Ivory Coast at the African Cup of Nations.
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