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My Sunderland Story: Martin Smith

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From watching Sunderland on the terraces at Roker Park to scoring on his senior debut, Martin Smith enjoyed a career that many Sunderland youngsters could only dream of.

03.11.26 16 Min Read Keith Chapman

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ANALYSIS: Coventry City 3 Sunderland 1 - should Sunderland stick or twist?

There are defeats that can be explained away as bad luck, missed chances or a dodgy refereeing decision. Then there are defeats that leave you questioning the direction of an entire football club. Sunderland’s damaging loss at Coventry City falls firmly into the latter category.

01.11.26Analysis
Storm clouds over the CBS arena during the Premier League match between Coventry City and Fulham at the Coventry Building Society Arena, Coventry, UK on 24 October 2026.
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THE BIG PREVIEW: Coventry City v Sunderland

Sunderland return to Premier League action this afternoon as the Black Cats travel to the Coventry Building Society Arena to face Coventry City (3pm).

31.10.26News
General view inside Wembley Stadium with the Carabao Cup trophy ahead of the EFL Cup match between Arsenal and Manchester City at Wembley Stadium, London, UK on 22 March 2026.
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ANALYSIS: Sunderland 3 Brentford 2 - 5 things we learned

Sunderland booked their place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals with a thrilling 3-2 victory over Brentford at the Stadium of Light - a night with many positives for Regis Le Bris to consider ahead of the weekend's game at Coventry City. Here are five things we learned from a highly positive night on Wearside.

31.10.26Analysis
Carabao Cup 2
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THE BIG PREVIEW - Sunderland v Brentford - Carabao Cup 4th Round

Sunderland return to cup action this evening as they welcome Brentford to the Stadium of Light for a Carabao Cup fourth-round clash (7.45pm).

28.10.26News
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ANALYSIS: Sunderland 0 Leeds United 0 - Five things we learned

Sunderland were held to a frustrating 0–0 draw against Leeds United in the Premier League, with Régis Le Bris's side showing encouraging signs of improvement despite being unable to find a winning goal at the Stadium of Light.

28.10.26Analysis

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A general view prior to kick off prior to the Premier League match between Sunderland and Fulham at the Stadium Of Light, Sunderland, UK on 30 August 2026.
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THE BIG PREVIEW: Sunderland v Leeds United

Sunderland return to Premier League action on Sunday afternoon as they welcome Leeds United to the Stadium of Light (4.30pm).

24.10.26News
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ANALYSIS: Lech Poznan 1 Sunderland 1 - Five things we learned

Sunderland extended their unbeaten start to the Europa League with a hard-earned point against Lech Poznań, but Régis Le Bris’ side will feel they missed a golden opportunity to make it three wins from three.

23.10.26Analysis
Police presence during the Premier League match between Sunderland and Newcastle United at the Stadium Of Light, Sunderland, England on 14 December 2025.
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Why The Tyne-Wear Derby Bubble Is a Step Too Far

A decision made behind closed doors, without meaningful consultation, and despite the previous derby passing largely without incident, raises serious questions about fairness and common sense.

22.10.26Features
Europa League sign inside of Molineux Stadium ahead of the Europa League match between Wolverhampton Wanderers and Espanyol at Molineux, Wolverhampton, England on 20 February 2020.
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THE BIG PREVIEW: Lech Poznan v Sunderland

Sunderland continue their Europa League campaign tonight when they travel to Poland to face Lech Poznań. Kick-off is scheduled for 5.45pm at Enea Stadion as the Black Cats look to extend their perfect start to the league phase and take another positive step in their return to European competition.

22.10.26News

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St James Park prior to kick off during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Sunderland at St. James's Park, Newcastle, UK on 22 March 2026.
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Newcastle United (A) Travel news

Sunderland have released a statement confirming that following a decision by Newcastle’s Safety Advisory Group (SAG), Black Cats supporters attending the Premier League away fixture at Newcastle United (Sunday 6th December, 2pm) will be required to travel by organised coach.

21.10.26News
Sunderland fans celebrate during the Premier League match between Sunderland and Newcastle United at the Stadium Of Light, Sunderland, England on 14 December 2025.
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Four Sunderland December fixtures changed

Sunderland have announced changes to four Premier League fixtures in December - including the derby at Newcastle.

21.10.26News
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ANALYSIS: Bournemouth 2 Sunderland 0 - Five things we learned

Sunderland suffered a desperately disappointing 2–0 defeat away to Bournemouth in the Premier League, with goals from Marcus Tavernier and Evanilson condemning Régis Le Bris's side to another damaging result.

21.10.26Analysis
General view inside the Vitality stadium ahead of the Premier League match between Bournemouth and Crystal Palace at the Vitality Stadium, Bournemouth, UK on 3 May 2026.
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THE BIG PREVIEW: Bournemouth v Sunderland

Sunderland return to Premier League action on Sunday afternoon as they make the long journey to the south coast to face Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium (2pm).

18.10.26News

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