'A lot closer' - Sunderland gifted potential double boost vs CAFC as early team news now emerges
Sunderland have been gifted a potential double boost ahead of their game away at Charlton Athletic in League One this afternoon.
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The Sunderland dilemmas facing Alex Neil today ahead of Charlton clash
League One promotion challengers Sunderland will be desperate to build on a stunning away victory against Wigan Athletic this weekend as they face Charlton Athletic in the English capital.
Patrick Roberts' request to play for Sunderland U23s shows his determination to play in the run-in
Patrick Roberts request to play in Sunderland U23s is a sign of his determination to play a part in the League One run-in, says Alex Neil. Roberts joined the Black Cats from Manchester City in the January transfer window but is one of a group of players - which also includes Jermain Defoe and Jack Clarke - who arrived with very little match practice, meaning they have only been used sparingly up to now.
Ross Stewart on Wigan win, Charlton Athletic and finishing the season strong
Ross Stewart has stressed the importance of Saturday's win over promotion rivals Wigan Athletic. The Black Cats made light work of the second placed Latics, to end a dismal run of results.
Anthony Patterson's breakthrough offers Sunderland's academy keepers hope
Anthony Patterson's breakthrough season at Sunderland has given youngster Jacob Carney something to aim for, according to U23 coach Michael Proctor. Academy graduate Patterson has graduated from the club's U23 ranks to the senior side this term, making his league debut for the Black Cats back in August before joining National League Notts County on loan.
2 transfer developments we could see emerge at Sunderland as the summer window looms
With two months of the League One season remaining, Sunderland are still in the hunt for promotion to the Championship despite a tail-off in form recently.
“I’d be very surprised” – Preston North End fan pundit delivers verdict on 28-year-old’s Deepdale future
This article is part of Football League World’s ‘Terrace Talk’ series, which provides personal opinions from our FLW Fan Pundits regarding the latest breaking news, teams, players, managers, potential signings and more…
“A big boost” – Charlton Athletic fan pundit reacts to latest Addicks team news update
Charlton Athletic will be looking to get back on track in League One this weekend following a woeful run of form at this level in recent weeks.