The Roar Podcast - Sunderland Echo

What a week it’s been for Sunderland!

The Black Cats are back at Wembley, full of confidence and on the verge of new ownership – and our team got together to discuss what has been a fruitful few days on Wearside.

Richard Mennear was joined by Mark Donnelly and James Copley to cast an eye over the Papa John’s Trophy semi-final win over Lincoln City, the appearance of Kyril Louis-Dreyfus and the clearing of the FPP Sunderland loan.

We also look ahead to the Wembley showdown with Tranmere Rovers – and discuss the merits of a competition that, while controversial in some quarters, has delivered some priceless memories for Sunderland fans.

As ever we’d love to hear your feedback to the podcast, so tweet us on @sunechosafc with your thoughts, or with any questions you may have for the team!

The Sunderland Echo team are back for another episode of ‘The Roar’ podcast – and this time the focus is squarely on transfers.

With the winter window ticking into its final hours, Sunderland have nearly finalised their business with only outgoings looking likely in the next few hours.

So with the new additions already signed and sealed, Richard Mennear, Phil Smith and Mark Donnelly reflected on a successful window for the Black Cats and cast their eye over the quartet of fresh faces who have landed at the Academy of Light.

As well as chatting about Carl Winchester, Jordan Jones, Jake Vokins and Ross Stewart, we take a look back at the weekend draw with Gillingham – and ahead to a double header with MK Dons in league and cup.

Host Richard Mennear is joined by Phil Smith and James Copley to discuss the latest goings-on at Sunderland AFC.

The team mulls over the disappointing loss to Plymouth Argyle in League One and discusses 'pitchgate' before turning their attention towards transfers.

It’s been another busy week at Sunderland AFC – and our team of writers sat down to discuss the latest at the Stadium of Light.

Having moved within two games of a return to Wembley with victory over Port Vale on Tuesday evening, the Black Cats now turn their focus back to the league and the trip to AFC Wimbledon on Saturday.

And in the background, transfer and takeover talks continue to take place – with positive resolutions expected on both fronts before the month is out.

Those two areas are placed under the microscope in the latest podcast, as Richard Mennear, Mark Donnelly and James Copley offer their take on all the big talking points from the Stadium of Light.

The trio also reflect on the midweek triumph and look ahead to a return to League One action.

Richard Mennear is joined by Phil Smith and James Copley to discuss what we can expect from Sunderland during the January transfer window.

The Black Cats also play Hull City in League One on Saturday, a hugely important game if Sunderland wish to move up the table following their Covid-19 enforced layoff.

Sunderland may have been absent from League One action - but there's been no shortage of talking points at the Stadium of Light.

And casting their eye over the latest goings-on at the Black Cats in the latest instalment of 'The Roar' are Phil Smith, Mark Donnelly and James Copley.

The trio discuss the impending takeover from Kyril Louis-Dreyfus, January transfer plans and take a look ahead to Saturday's visit to Northampton Town.

Richard Mennear is joined by Mark Donnelly and James Copley to discuss another crazy week at Sunderland AFC.

Lee Johnson's men defeated Lincoln City last weekend and drew against AFC Wimbledon in their mid-week fixture, with talk of an outbreak of Covid-19 dominating the talk.

As a result, the Black Cats have had their next three League One fixtures postponed due to the coronavirus spread, with the club confirming several players had tested positive.

James Copley is joined by Phil Smith and Mark Donnelly to discuss a hectic nine days at Sunderland.

Lee Johnson was appointed as head coach and has taken charge of games against Wigan Athletic in League one and Oldham Athletic in the Papa Johns Trophy.

The club also welcomed a new sporting director. Here, we take a look at what Kristjaan Speakman's role will entail and how this all fits into the ongoing takeover picture.

With the festive season just around the corner, the Echo team decided it was about time we held a virtual Christmas Party!

So we invited some loyal Sunderland fans to join us on a special Zoom call with legends Gary Bennett and Stephen Elliott - to discuss current events at the Stadium of Light, while also taking a walk down memory lane.

And our panel of experts and guests also shared their hopes for the Black Cats in 2021 as we approach the end of the year.

Phil Parkinson has been sacked as manager of Sunderland AFC - and our team have discussed the club's big decision.

We also cast an eye over potential replacements and what the call will mean for the Black Cats' crop of youngsters and Aiden McGeady.

So join Richard Mennear, Mark Donnelly and James Copley as we discuss the departure of Parkinson and much more in this special edition of The Roar.