'Wrap him up in cotton wool' - Kevin Phillips shares 'major' Sunderland 'concern' pre-Gillingham
Kevin Phillips has shared a ‘concern’ that he now has for Sunderland involving Ross Stewart.
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Alex Neil rejects 'seven cup finals' analogy but insists Sunderland understand what is at stake
Alex Neil is not keen on the 'seven cup finals' analogy to describe Sunderland's run-in - but insists he and his players fully understand the importance of each game between now and the end of the season. The Black Cats take on Gillingham at the Stadium of Light tomorrow in the first of seven games which will determine whether the Wearsiders secure a top six finish and a place in the play-offs.
North East journalist reveals 'powerful' Sunderland creator will now leave after Kimpioka
North East journalist Matty Jones has revealed that Tyrese Dyce will now follow Benji Kimpioka out of the Sunderland exit door.
Sunderland sweating on duo ahead of Gillingham test
Sunderland boss Alex Neil has revealed that the Black Cats are going to be making a late call on both Alex Pritchard and Nathan Broadhead ahead of tomorrow’s League One clash with Gillingham.
Confirmed: Sunderland forward secures permanent departure
Sunderland have confirmed that 22-year-old forward Benji Kimpioka has joined Swedish side AIK Fotboll on a permanent deal.
Gillingham boss Neil Harris looking forward to 'huge' Sunderland clash
Neil Harris is relishing the opportunity of taking his Gillingham side to the Stadium of Light where they face Sunderland on Saturday afternoon. In the build-up to the game, he called the Black Cats ‘a huge football club’ and is expecting a great atmosphere on Wearside.
Kevin Phillips shares Sunderland worry ahead of run-in
Sunderland favourite Kevin Phillips has admitted he is concerned at the lack of depth behind Ross Stewart following Jermain Defoe’s retirement.
Trai Hume speaks out on big personal moment before Sunderland return
Trai Hume was an early January transfer window pick-up from Linfield for Sunderland and the 20-year-old has gone on to earn a couple of senior appearances in the Black Cats’ promotion race.