We Are Sunderland

We Are Sunderland episodes:

• 06.24.2024

  Régis Le Bris is the new Sunderland head coach but who is he?

  Matty Hewitt, Joe Ramage, Scott Wilson and Dom Shaw sit down in a bumper We Are Sunderland briefing to discuss Régis Le Bris' Sunderland appointment, who is he, how the move came about and what it means for the club...

  
• 06.21.2024

  Sunderland very close to appointing Regis Le Bris as head coach

  Sunderland's search for a new head coach is reaching a conclusion with Lorient boss Regis Le Bris very close to becoming the next man in the dugout at the Stadium of Light. Matty Hewitt and Scott Wilson discuss the latest breaking...

  
• 06.18.2024

  Sunderland's head coach search continues as Euro 2024 kicks off

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage discuss the latest news to come out of the Stadium of Light as we hit the 120 day mark in Sunderland's head coach pursuit and look ahead to the transfer window.   Included in this episode:  A quick...

  
• 06.14.2024

  Marti Cifuentes links as Liam Rosenior approach collapses, Dan Neil contract issue and transfers

  Joe Ramage and Dom Shaw react as Sunderland's search for a new head coach took another twist this week with Liam Rosenior the latest to distance himself from the role and Marti Cifuentes now the leading candidate but can Sunderland...

  
• 06.10.2024

  Pascal Jansen no longer a Sunderland target - what next? Marti Cifuentes and Liam Rosenior links

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down to discuss the latest in Sunderland's search for a new head coach. Former AZ Alkmaar head coach Pascal Jansen was ruled out of proceedings over the course of the weekend while Queens Park Rangers...

  
• 06.08.2024

  Loan watch: Is Nectar Triantis the answer to Sunderland's holding midfield problems?

  Matty Hewitt spoke with Liam Bryce of the Hibs Observer for a brilliant insight into Nectar Triantis and Eliezer Mayenda's loan spells with the Scottish outfit. Both players left Sunderland at the end of the January transfer window in search of...

  
• 06.07.2024

  Pascal Jansen on Sunderland's head coach radar and the latest on Dave Challinor and Stephen Robinson

  Matty Hewitt and Dom Shaw discuss the latest on Sunderland's search for a new head coach with Pascal Jansen linked with the vacant managerial role. Dave Challinor and Stephen Robinson have also been linked with the vacant position, but as things...

  
• 06.03.2024

  25 years since 105: Sunderland historian Rob Mason recalls SAFC's record-breaking 1998-99 season

  It's 25 years since Sunderland's record-breaking 105-point promotion winning season in the First Division and We Are Sunderland are chronicling that memorable campaign by those involved and who experienced it first-hand. For our latest feature, Joe Ramage is joined by club...

  
• 05.31.2024

  Are Sunderland going to miss out on Will Still? Raphael Wicky links and Jobe Bellingham interest

  Joe Ramage and Dom Shaw react to the latest developments in Sunderland's head coach search involving Will Still and Raphael Wicky links as well as Premier League interest in Jobe Bellingham. Included in this episode: - Latest developments on Will Still and...

  
• 05.29.2024

  Jack Clarke interest, U21s review and Sunderland's head coach search hits 100-day milestone

  Joe Ramage and Dom Shaw reflect on Sunderland's under-21s after their Premier League 2 play-off final defeat to Tottenham Hotspur as well as news of Southampton's interest in Jack Clarke. Meanwhile, Sunderland's search for a new head coach reaches its 100-day...

  
• 05.24.2024

  Developments in Sunderland's head coach search and previewing under-21s play-off final

  Joe Ramage and Dom Shaw react to news impacting Sunderland's head coach search and preview the under-21s' Premier League 2 play-off final against Tottenham Hotspur. Included in this episode:  - Danny Rohl and Bo Svensson become unavailable to Sunderland - The latest with...

  
• 05.21.2024

  Sunderland's U21s reach PL2 final, more head coach discussion and Chris Rigg's future

  Joe Ramage and Scott Wilson discuss the latest from the Stadium of Light as Sunderland's under-21s do it again to reach the Premier League 2 play-off final as the club's head coach search remains ongoing. Included in this episode:  - Perspective two...

  
• 05.17.2024

  Sunderland retained list confirmed with Corry Evans, Bradley Dack and Ellis Taylor to leave

  Sunderland captain Corry Evans will leave the Stadium of Light this summer as the club submits its retained list for the 2024-25 campaign.  Joe Ramage and Dom Shaw reflect on who stays and who goes on Wearside as well as the...

  
• 05.13.2024

  Sunderland's head coach search continues as Bo Svensson is linked with vacant position

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down to discuss the latest Sunderland news, including the pros and cons of the club's search for a new head coach as a fresh name is linked with the role. Our new website has launched...

  
• 05.10.2024

  Sunderland's 2023-24 Championship season review - where did it all go wrong?

  Matty Hewitt, Joe Ramage and Scott Wilson look back on a disappointing campaign for Sunderland. From Tony Mowbray to Michael Beale and Mike Dodds, the trio reflect on some of the highs, more of the lows and look ahead to the...

  
• 05.08.2024

  Bradley Dack and Corry Evans to leave and should Sunderland be interested in Liam Rosenior?

  Joe Ramage and Scott Wilson reflect on potential summer exits, Sunderland's under-21s success and the head coach latest at the Stadium of Light. - Bradley Dack and Corry Evans are set to leave but is it the right decision? - Assessing Corry...

  
• 05.06.2024

  Sunderland vs Sheffield Wednesday debrief; Will Still, Rene Maric and Danny Rohl talks

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down to discuss the fallout from Sunderland's defeat to Sheffield Wednesday on the final day of the season. The latest on Sunderland's search for a new head coach including Danny Rohl, Will Still and Rene...

  
• 05.03.2024

  Mike Dodds 'proud' of Sunderland job and previewing Sheffield Wednesday finale

  Joe Ramage and Dom Shaw preview Sunderland's final game of the season against Sheffield Wednesday and react to Mike Dodds' press conference as Sunderland's interim head coach takes pride in his role despite drop off in form. Also included in this...

  
• 05.01.2024

  Sunderland vs Sheffield Wednesday preview: Danny Rohl's Black Cats links and Hillsborough impact

  Matty Hewitt sat down with Dom Howson, EFL content editor for Reach PLC's North East and Yorkshire titles and the man in the know about Sheffield Wednesday. The duo look ahead to this weekend's clash between Sunderland and the Owls with...

  
• 04.29.2024

  Recapping Sunderland's defeat at Watford as Kristjaan Speakman rumours circle

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down for this morning's briefing to discuss Sunderland's defeat to Watford. Sunderland ended their 2023-24 away campaign with another defeat at Vicarage Road but where has it gone wrong away from home this season?  The pair...

  
• 04.26.2024

  Watford vs Sunderland preview - Was Mike Dodds right to question mentality against Millwall?

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down for today's Morning Briefing on Friday, April 26 to preview Sunderland's trip to Vicarage Road. The pair discuss whether Mike Dodds was right to question the Black Cats mentality, doubling down on claims he...

  
• 04.24.2024

  Watford vs Sunderland preview with Sam Ucko: Similarities between both clubs ahead of dead rubber

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage welcome Sam Ucko of the WD18 Watford Fan Channel onto this morning's briefing. The trio discuss Watford's season to date, the similarities between both Sunderland and the Hornets and preview this weekend's clash at Vicarage Road. Our...

  
• 04.22.2024

  'Boring' Sunderland: Reaction to Millwall defeat, Callum Styles' future and Dan Neil's injury

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down to discuss the latest Sunderland news after a 1-0 defeat to Millwall at the Stadium of Light. It's now 10 defeats at home for Sunderland this season and another game without a goal under...

  
• 04.19.2024

  Previewing Sunderland's game with Millwall and the latest injury news

  Sunderland face Millwall at the Stadium of Light but what can they expect from an improved opposition under Neil Harris?  Joe Ramage and Dom Shaw preview Sunderland's penultimate home game with the latest team news and reflect on Mike Dodds' press...

  
• 04.17.2024

  Should Sunderland experiment with U21s talent, contract updates and Chris Rigg

  Sunderland's U21s lost to Middlesbrough this week but should Mike Dodds be tempted to experiment with some of his academy players in the final three games of the season? What next for Sunderland's out of contract players and just how...

  
• 04.15.2024

  Reviewing Sunderland's win over West Brom, another clean sheet and Dan Ballard's impact

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down to discuss Sunderland's win over West Bromwich Albion as Mike Dodds' side kept a fifth clean sheet in their last six games with a 1-0 victory at the Hawthorns. Also included in this episode: Striking...

  
• 04.12.2024

  Sunderland vs West Brom preview: Can Mike Dodds get a tune out of attacking players at the Hawthorns

  Matty Hewitt and James Hunter sit down to discuss the latest Sunderland news ahead of the Black Cats' trip to the Hawthorns this weekend. Also included: Last year's trip to the Hawthorns. Sunderland's drop off since the last time the two sides met. An...

  
• 04.10.2024

  Leeds United 0-0 Sunderland reaction: Daniel Farke's nightmares about Mike Dodds

  Matty Hewitt and Scott Wilson sat down to discuss the fallout from Sunderland's credible point on the road at Leeds United. An impressive first start for Timothee Pembele, a fourth clean sheet in five games, but still work to do in...

  
• 04.08.2024

  Bristol City debrief, Jack Clarke appreciation and Leeds United focus

  It's one win in 10 Championship games for Sunderland. Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage dissect Sunderland's 0-0 draw with Bristol City including Jack Clarke's return to the starting line-up and look ahead to the trip to Elland Road and how...

  
• 03.31.2024

  Cardiff review, the Bellingham position debate and Blackburn preview

  Joe Ramage joins Dom Shaw to look back on Sunderland's win at Cardiff City on Good Friday. We discuss: How the Black Cats rediscovered the winning formula The brilliance of Jobe Bellingham - and what's his best position? Monday's visit of Blackburn. Don't forget to...

  
• 03.29.2024

  Sunderland head coach update as Black Cats are given injury boost ahead of Cardiff City clash

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage preview Sunderland's trip to Cardiff City later this afternoon and reflect back on Mike Dodds' pre-match press conference as the international break comes to an end. Also included in today's morning briefing: Taking caution with #SAFC's returning...

  
• 03.25.2024

  Do Bradley Dack and Corry Evans have a future at Sunderland?

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down to discuss the latest #SAFC news ahead of their return to Championship action against Cardiff City. Bradley Dack and Corry Evans have both featured for Sunderland's under-21s recently but do they have a future...

  
• 03.22.2024

  Former Sunderland kitman Ste Aziz reflects on 12 years at the Black Cats, heartache and triumphs

  We Are Sunderland sat down with former Sunderland kitman Stephen Aziz for a brilliant insight into 12 years at the Stadium of Light. From life in the Premier League and getting turned down by Drake for a picture in North America,...

  
• 03.20.2024

  Corry Evans steps up Sunderland return as Black Cats announce multi-million pound investment

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage discuss all things red and white in the international break. The pair discuss Sunderland U21s recent defeat to Newcastle United with Corry Evans and Bradley Dack stepping up their recovery plans. Sunderland have also announced plans for...

  
• 03.18.2024

  Sunderland 0-0 QPR Reaction after Mike Dodds' 'naïve' verdict and welcoming the international break

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sat down to discuss the fallout of Sunderland's draw with QPR. Mike Dodds pulled no punches in his post-match press conference admitting he was disappointed with his side's naïve performance. Has the international break come at the...

  
• 03.15.2024

  Sunderland vs QPR preview with James Hunter as Mike Dodds looks to end losing streak

  Joe Ramage and James Hunter reflect on the current state of play at the Stadium of Light and preview Sunderland's fixture with Queens Park Rangers as they look to end their six game losing streak. Pressure to end a losing streak The...

  
• 03.11.2024

  Southampton debrief, Dan Ballard injury and what happens next

  Joe Ramage and Dom Shaw review Sunderland's 4-2 defeat at Southampton as it's now six defeats in a row in the Championship for Mike Dodds' side Reaction to another defeat Sunderland's average squad age and lack of experience Mason Burstow decision Dan Ballard's injury Our...

  
• 03.08.2024

  We Are Sunderland's Southampton preview, Mike Dodds' presser and questions as a result of Luke O'Nien's absence

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage look ahead to Sunderland's trip to St. Mary's this weekend with the Black Cats on a five game losing streak. Will Mike Dodds tinker with his set-up in Luke O'Nien's absence? Matty and Joe discuss the...

  
• 03.04.2024

  We Are Sunderland morning briefing - Norwich City recap and Leicester City preview

  Matty Hewitt and Scott Wilson sat down to discuss the state of play at the Stadium of Light with Sunderland suffering four defeats on the bounce. Mike Dodds' side take on Championship leaders Leicester City on Tuesday night before a trip...

  
• 03.01.2024

  Who fills Sunderland's Jack Clarke void ahead of Norwich City trip?

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down to look ahead to tomorrow's clash with Norwich City. The Black Cats will be without Jack Clarke for the next six weeks after picking up ankle ligament damage in the defeat to Birmingham City. Who...

  
• 02.28.2024

  Sunderland vs Norwich City preview - What is happening with Danny Batth at the Canaries?

  Matty Hewitt is joined by Connor Southwell, Chief Norwich City reporter at the Punk Un for a look ahead to this weekend's clash at Carrow Road. Sunderland ran out 3-1 winners in the reverse fixture at the Stadium of Light earlier...

  
• 02.26.2024

  Can Sunderland get into the play-offs? Swansea debrief and analysis after Mike Dodds' bold approach

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sat down to discuss the latest Sunderland news in this morning's briefing on Monday, February 26. The pair look at Mike Dodds' change in shape, the poor first-half display and second-half improvement. What does it means for...

  
• 02.23.2024

  Sunderland vs Swansea City - 'Swans would have preferred to face Black Cats under Michael Beale'

  The latest We Are Sunderland briefing looks ahead to Sunderland's fixture with Swansea City at the Stadium of Light as Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage are joined by Luke Davies from the Swans Cast Podcast (@SwansCastMedia).   They discuss all things Sunderland...

  
• 02.21.2024

  Mike Dodds takes Sunderland reins after Michael Beale's departure and what comes next?

  Matty Hewitt and Dom Shaw sit down for this morning's We Are Sunderland briefing to discuss the fallout from Michael Beale's Sunderland departure as Mike Dodds takes over the reins. Our new website has launched over at www.wearesunderland.com. You can get...

  
• 02.19.2024

  Michael Beale set to leave Sunderland and what comes next for the Black Cats

  Matty Hewitt, Joe Ramage and Scott Wilson sat down to discuss Michael Beale's departure from Sunderland with the head coach set to leave his position after just 12 games. The former Rangers boss picked up just 14 points from the 33...

  
• 02.19.2024

  Birmingham City fallout and Trai Hume's handshake drama as the pressure on Michael Beale returns

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down to discuss the latest Sunderland news and the fallout from the defeat to Birmingham City on Monday, February 19. The Trai Hume handshake incident, Romaine Mundle's impressive display at St. Andrew's and pressure starting...

  
• 02.16.2024

  Huddersfield Town debrief and Birmingham City preview ahead of Tony Mowbray reunion

  Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sat down to discuss the state of play at Sunderland following their 1-0 defeat to Huddersfield Town. The pair discuss the key talking points from Michael Beale's post-match press conference ahead of the trip to Birmingham...

  
• 02.14.2024

  Sunderland 'Til I Die review with Ben Turner of Fulwell73

  The latest We Are Sunderland briefing sees Matty Hewitt and Joe Ramage sit down with Ben Turner of Fulwell73 for an insight into the latest series of Sunderland 'Til I Die. There may be one or two spoilers in this episode...

  
• 02.12.2024

  Reaction to Sunderland's win over Plymouth Argyle, Jack Clarke magic and sensational Dan Neil

  The latest We Are Sunderland morning briefing sees Matty Hewitt and Scott Wilson look back at the Black Cats' win over Plymouth Argyle. Sunderland came from behind to win 3-1 at the Stadium of Light with a second-half performance that blew...

  
• 02.09.2024

  Morning briefing - Plymouth Argyle preview, early Romaine Mundle verdict and presser analysis

  The latest We Are Sunderland briefing, on Friday, 2 February, sees Matty Hewitt and Dom Shaw discuss a much more relaxed Michael Beale following Sunderland's draw with Boro. The pair give their early impressions of Romaine Mundle and analyse the Black...