Dan Neil

Dan Neil Reveals the Hidden Influence of Chris Mepham in Sunderland’s Rise

May 16, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Dan Neil has hailed Chris Mepham as Sunderland’s unsung hero, praising the Bournemouth loanee for his immense contributions both on and off the pitch. Despite being ever-present throughout the regular season, Mepham was dropped for the play-offs following Dan Ballard’s return to fitness—a decision that proved decisive in Sunderland’s push for promotion. Still, Neil was quick to highlight Mepham’s professionalism and influence behind the scenes, calling him “an unbelievable character” who played a major role in uniting the squad. Whether it was offering advice, backing his teammates, or lifting spirits during away trips, Mepham’s impact extended well beyond the starting eleven.

Sunderland Sensation’s Future Hangs in the Balance as Agent Drops Major Hint — ‘He Won’t Settle for the Bench’

April 22, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Nectarios Triantis has emerged as one of the breakout stars of the season during his loan spell at Hibernian — and now, his agent has made it clear: he won’t be returning to Sunderland just to warm the bench. With eight goal contributions and 29 starts in a standout campaign, the 21-year-old midfielder has not only turned heads but also turned his career around. As interest grows and Sunderland weigh up their midfield options, Triantis is setting his sights on regular football — and a spot in Australia’s World Cup squad.

Shock Move: Sunderland Boss Le Bris to Sideline Star Midfielder Dan Neil Over Crucial Easter Weekend

April 17, 2025 RAYMOND 0

Sunderland boss Régis Le Bris is set to give captain Dan Neil a well-earned break over the Easter weekend, marking a rare pause in the midfielder’s relentless run of appearances this season. Despite already securing a play-off spot, Neil has remained ever-present in the starting line-up, but that’s expected to change as Le Bris looks to rotate his squad and preserve key players for the upcoming semi-finals. With two games in just four days, the head coach emphasized the importance of managing minutes — not just for Neil, but also for other mainstays like Trai Hume, even as limited defensive options pose a challenge.

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.