Derby week is here!The Echo's James Copley and the Shields Gazette's Dom Scurr join host Richard Mennear to look ahead to Sunderland vs Newcastle United.We discuss injuries, tactics, form, key battles and the big questions heading into Sunday.Like, subscribe and join the chat below.

Sunderland vs Newcastle United Q&A! Copley, Taff and Bowers on:

• Derby nerves and confidence levels

• Line up decisions

• Injuries and suspensions

• Key battles

• Fan questions live

LIVE Q&A: Who should Sunderland sign in January? How should Le Bris approach Liverpool tactically?

Join James, Michael and Taff for a LIVE Q&A as we break down Sunderland’s 1–0 defeat to Fulham in the Premier League.

Join James Copley and BBC Radio Newcastle's Nick Barnes as we break down all the latest Sunderland transfer news, January window possibilities, and what to expect from Régis Le Bris' side ahead of this weekend’s trip to Fulham. We’ll cover potential incomings and outgoings, squad needs, injury updates, and how Sunderland can keep their Premier League momentum going. Got a question for the next episode? Drop it in the comments below.

LIVE Q&A Part 2: Could Régis Le Bris be poached? Who could Sunderland sell this summer? How badly will AFCON impact us?

LIVE Q&A Part 1: What will happen to Dan Neil? Will Dennis Cirkin play? Is Anthony Patterson set to leave?

James Copley is joined by Jason Jones and Phil Smith to break down a sensational night at the Stadium of Light as Sunderland held Premier League leaders Arsenal to a dramatic 2–2 draw. The lads analyse Brian Brobbey’s late heroics, Dan Ballard’s colossal display, the tactical bravery shown by Régis Le Bris and the growing belief sweeping through Wearside. How far can this young, fearless Sunderland side really go? All that plus injury worries, key talking points and your questions – on this week’s Roar Podcast.

VAR controversy hit Sunderland’s 1–1 draw with Everton at the Stadium of Light, with key decisions leaving fans furious. We break down the major calls, the reaction inside the ground, and what it means going forward.

Plus, Kyril Louis-Dreyfus delivers a rare interview – here’s what he said, why he said it, and the message behind it. Full analysis, fan reaction, talking points and more from the Stadium of Lig

James Copley, Jason Jones and Phil Smith react to Sunderland’s stunning 2–1 win at Stamford Bridge – as Régis Le Bris’ side shock Chelsea to climb into the Premier League’s top four.

The lads break down Chemsdine Talbi’s dramatic winner, Le Bris’ tactical masterclass, and what this result says about the Black Cats’ incredible rise.