Predicted Sunderland side to face Bolton: Young stars to make way as Kone returns
Lamine Kone is among the players who could come into Chris Coleman’s thinking for the massive game at Bolton. Chris Coleman is still looking for…
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Left-back decision the latest Chris Coleman call to hinder Sunderland
Sunderland had two clear options to play at left-back against Brentford, yet their manager went with a third. It did not end well. It was…
Lee Cattermole finally showed he can be key to Sunderland’s survival bid
An improved second-half performance against Bristol City showed what a key Sunderland man can still do. Sunderland’s already dire situation plunged to new depths in…
Sunderland may have to change their system to fix defensive issues
John O’Shea endured a rotten afternoon at Bristol City, and his manager must ensure the same does not happen again. Sunderland may have shown great…
Could Michael Keane’s Burnley to Everton switch have cost him his England place?
The England international is struggling at Goodison Park, having established himself as a Premier League star with Burnley. Michael Keane began the season as England’s…
Physical Atdhe Nuhiu would not solve Sunderland’s goals problem
Sunderland are struggling to score goals in the absence of Lewis Grabban, and their options are limited on deadline day. Atdhe Nuhiu is a deadline…
Eliaquim Mangala interest shows Everton’s fading ambition under Sam Allardyce
There could be a deadline day signing for Everton, but it does not look like being a particularly exciting one. Everton are looking to make…
Is Tony Pulis recreating his best side with emphasis on wingers at Boro?
Boro brought in a new winger on Tuesday – one who could inspire the club to recreate the best of Tony Pulis. Tony Pulis’ style…
Failure to sign a striker unthinkable for struggling, goal-shy Sunderland
Sunderland simply must bring in a proven goalscorer in the coming days. There can be no excuses. It has never been a secret that Sunderland…
Sam Allardyce’s relegation battle warning could become a reality if Everton lose again
The league table suggests Everton should be safe, but their poor form hints at a tough second half to the season. It was a little…
