James Copley and Phil Smith react to Sunderland’s 2-0 Premier League defeat to Brighton at the Stadium of Light, including the frustration of failing to make a numerical advantage count. We also discuss the growing questions around Chemsdine Talbi after the winger was left on the bench despite Sunderland chasing the game, and what Régis Le Bris’ recent comments could mean for his future. Attention then turns to Europe as Sunderland prepare for their first continental away trip in 53 years against Torreense. On the agenda: - Brighton reaction and what went wrong - Sunderland’s struggles in the final third - Chemsdine Talbi’s continued absence - Régis Le Bris’ selection calls - Injury concerns ahead of Europe - Torreense preview - What Sunderland need from their second Europa League game Subscribe for regular Sunderland AFC analysis, reaction and discussion from the Sunderland Echo and The Roar Podcast.

James Copley and Phil Smith react to Sunderland’s 2-0 Premier League defeat to Brighton at the Stadium of Light, including the frustration of failing to make a numerical advantage count. We also discuss the growing questions around Chemsdine Talbi after the winger was left on the bench despite Sunderland chasing the game, and what Régis Le Bris’ recent comments could mean for his future. Attention then turns to Europe as Sunderland prepare for their first continental away trip in 53 years against Torreense. On the agenda: - Brighton reaction and what went wrong - Sunderland’s struggles in the final third - Chemsdine Talbi’s continued absence - Régis Le Bris’ selection calls - Injury concerns ahead of Europe - Torreense preview - What Sunderland need from their second Europa League game Subscribe for regular Sunderland AFC analysis, reaction and discussion from the Sunderland Echo and The Roar Podcast.

Brighton reaction, Chemsdine Talbi snub and Torreense Europa League preview

Tom Burwell has left his position as Sunderland AFC’s interim CEO with immediate effect, with owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus stepping into the role of Executive Chairman and taking a more hands-on role in the day-to-day running of the club.In this breaking-news edition of The Roar Podcast, James Copley and Phil Smith react to the announcement, discuss what we know so far and assess what the change could mean for Sunderland moving forward.They look at Burwell’s five months in the role, the timing of his departure, Louis-Dreyfus’ new position and the questions supporters will now have about the club’s senior leadership structure.Also discussed: what an Executive Chairman role could look like in practice, how closely KLD is expected to work with Sunderland’s senior management team and what could come next at the Stadium of Light.

Tom Burwell has left his position as Sunderland AFC’s interim CEO with immediate effect, with owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus stepping into the role of Executive Chairman and taking a more hands-on role in the day-to-day running of the club. In this breaking-news edition of The Roar Podcast, James Copley and Phil Smith react to the announcement, discuss what we know so far and assess what the change could mean for Sunderland moving forward. They look at Burwell’s five months in the role, the timing of his departure, Louis-Dreyfus’ new position and the questions supporters will now have about the club’s senior leadership structure. Also discussed: what an Executive Chairman role could look like in practice, how closely KLD is expected to work with Sunderland’s senior management team and what could come next at the Stadium of Light.

Sunderland BOMBSHELL: Tom Burwell leaves as Kyril Louis-Dreyfus takes control

Phil and James look back on a remarkable week for Sunderland, from an emotional European night against AZ Alkmaar to an eight-goal thriller at Manchester City. The lads discuss Brian Brobbey’s hat-trick, Sunderland’s attacking performance at the Etihad, the defensive mistakes that proved costly, Régis Le Bris’ decisions and why there is still plenty of reason for optimism heading into the international break.

Phil and James look back on a remarkable week for Sunderland, from an emotional European night against AZ Alkmaar to an eight-goal thriller at Manchester City. The lads discuss Brian Brobbey’s hat-trick, Sunderland’s attacking performance at the Etihad, the defensive mistakes that proved costly, Régis Le Bris’ decisions and why there is still plenty of reason for optimism heading into the international break.

Phil and James react to Sunderland’s CRAZY week: AZ Alkmaar, Man City and eight-goal chaos

Phil Smith and James Copley are back to discuss a worrying international break for Sunderland, with Dan Ballard, Brian Brobbey and Noah Sadiki all picking up injury concerns.We look at how serious the situation could be, what Régis Le Bris’ options are if key players miss time and why Sunderland’s improved squad depth could now be tested earlier than expected.There’s also discussion on Kevin Danso’s strong start, the options available in defence and attack, and what all of this means ahead of a huge October schedule across the Premier League, Europa League and Carabao Cup.Like, subscribe and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Phil Smith and James Copley are back to discuss a worrying international break for Sunderland, with Dan Ballard, Brian Brobbey and Noah Sadiki all picking up injury concerns. We look at how serious the situation could be, what Régis Le Bris’ options are if key players miss time and why Sunderland’s improved squad depth could now be tested earlier than expected. There’s also discussion on Kevin Danso’s strong start, the options available in defence and attack, and what all of this means ahead of a huge October schedule across the Premier League, Europa League and Carabao Cup. Like, subscribe and let us know your thoughts in the comments.

Sunderland's injury worries: Ballard, Brobbey and Sadiki latest as Le Bris faces major test

Sunderland's Premier League struggles continue after a disastrous 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth, leaving Régis Le Bris' side 19th in the table with just four points from seven games.On the latest episode of The Roar Podcast, we examine what has gone wrong at Sunderland and what needs to change before a massive Premier League clash with Leeds United.Nordi Mukiele has delivered a brutally honest assessment of the squad, suggesting Sunderland may have become arrogant following last season's success. Granit Xhaka and Robin Roefs have also spoken out, but can the Black Cats turn things around?

Sunderland's Premier League struggles continue after a disastrous 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth, leaving Régis Le Bris' side 19th in the table with just four points from seven games.On the latest episode of The Roar Podcast, we examine what has gone wrong at Sunderland and what needs to change before a massive Premier League clash with Leeds United.Nordi Mukiele has delivered a brutally honest assessment of the squad, suggesting Sunderland may have become arrogant following last season's success. Granit Xhaka and Robin Roefs have also spoken out, but can the Black Cats turn things around?

Sunderland in crisis? Bournemouth disaster, Mukiele's brutal verdict and massive Leeds clash

The Roar - Episode 002
The Sunderland Echo SAFC team return with their weeky podcast to discuss ANOTHER 1-1 draw, the win at Stanley, under-pressure Jack Ross plus the latest transfer news. 
Phil, Rich and Mark also answer your fan questions plus much, much more.

The Roar - Episode 002 The Sunderland Echo SAFC team return with their weeky podcast to discuss ANOTHER 1-1 draw, the win at Stanley, under-pressure Jack Ross plus the latest transfer news. Phil, Rich and Mark also answer your fan questions plus much, much more.

The Roar - Episode 002
The Sunderland Echo SAFC team return with their weeky podcast to discuss ANOTHER 1-1 draw, the win at Stanley, under-pressure Jack Ross plus the latest transfer news.&nbsp;
Phil, Rich and Mark also answer your fan questions plus much, much more.&nbsp;

Our SAFC team dissect ANOTHER 1-1 draw, Stanley positives, under-pressure Jack Ross and the magic of Ji

The Roar - Episode 001
A weekly Sunderland AFC podcast bringing you - the fans - all the latest news, views, insight and debate from Sunderland Echo writers Phil Smith, Richard Mennear, Mark Donnelly and James Copley.
In this episode, we launch the show with YOUR comments on Jack Ross' men's draw with Oxford United, we also take a look at transfers and preview the Black Cats' clash with Ipswich Town at Portland Road on Saturday.

The Roar - Episode 001 A weekly Sunderland AFC podcast bringing you - the fans - all the latest news, views, insight and debate from Sunderland Echo writers Phil Smith, Richard Mennear, Mark Donnelly and James Copley. In this episode, we launch the show with YOUR comments on Jack Ross' men's draw with Oxford United, we also take a look at transfers and preview the Black Cats' clash with Ipswich Town at Portland Road on Saturday.

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Featuring Sunderland Echo writers Phil Smith, Richard Mennear, Joe Nicholson and James Copley.

Head over to www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/football/sunderland-afc for all of the latest SAFC-related news and content.

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