Championship

£10M Move, 583 Days of Hope… Then Heartbreak: Ex-Sunderland Star Relegated After Long-Awaited Comeback

April 7, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Ross Stewart’s long-awaited return to the pitch was meant to mark a turning point. Instead, it coincided with a crushing blow for Southampton, as their relegation to the Championship was confirmed following a 3-1 defeat to Tottenham. For Stewart, who joined the club in a £10 million move from Sunderland while still recovering from injury, the moment was especially bittersweet. His time at St Mary’s has been riddled with setbacks, with just 10 appearances to his name.

After the match, manager Ivan Juric praised the unwavering support of the fans, calling their loyalty “incredible” despite the club’s downfall. “This is great English football culture,” he said. “We must now face the mistakes of the past few years and build something better—because these fans deserve it.”

Sunderland in Hot Water? EFL Sanctions Loom After West Brom Clash – Ex-Referee Weighs In

April 6, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Sunderland’s 1-0 win over West Brom at The Hawthorns wasn’t without post-match drama, as former PGMOL referee Keith Hackett raised the possibility of EFL sanctions. The controversy stems from a slight delay to the second-half restart, with Sunderland’s players returning late to the pitch—something Hackett suggested could be viewed as deliberate gamesmanship. While referee Tom Nield addressed the issue briefly with Sunderland captain Dan Neil, Hackett believes the incident will be noted in the official report and may lead to a fine. This marks yet another occasion this season where Hackett has called for action involving Sunderland, though none of his previous warnings have resulted in disciplinary measures so far.

I Witnessed Sunderland’s Bold Alan Browne Experiment at Full-Back vs Millwall – Here’s the Surprising Truth

March 30, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Alan Browne’s unexpected shift to right-back for Sunderland was a move born out of necessity, but it quickly proved to be an inspired decision. With a mounting injury crisis in defence, head coach Regis Le Bris took a gamble by deploying Browne in an unfamiliar role, while shifting Trai Hume to the left. The reshuffle paid off, with Hume delivering a match-winning performance and Browne adapting seamlessly despite his lack of experience in defence. His solid positioning and composed distribution added an unexpected dimension to Sunderland’s play, neutralizing Millwall’s attacking threats. What was meant to be a temporary fix may now present Le Bris with a serious selection dilemma ahead of the trip to West Brom.

Liverpool Starlet Jayden Danns Hit with Devastating Injury Update – Future in Doubt?

March 27, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Jayden Danns’ loan spell at Sunderland has turned into a frustrating waiting game, as a persistent back injury continues to delay his debut. Initially seen as a promising opportunity to gain Championship experience, the move has instead left the 19-year-old sidelined, with Sunderland manager Régis Le Bris admitting time is running out for him to make an impact. While the Black Cats remain playoff contenders, Danns has yet to train with the squad, raising doubts about whether he will feature at all this season. With just weeks remaining, his focus may now shift to regaining full fitness in time for pre-season and proving his worth at Liverpool.