2 Sunderland team dilemmas facing Alex Neil ahead of Wigan Athletic clash
Without a League One victory in six, Sunderland need to get back to winning ways sooner rather than later, with their objective now all about securing a play-off spot.
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Teenager Callum Doyle in danger of 'burnout' admits Sunderland boss Alex Neil
Callum Doyle is in danger of 'burnout' in his first season of senior football, admits Sunderland boss Alex Neil.
Clarke starts: The predicted Sunderland XI to play Wigan on Saturday
Alex Neil is still searching for his first win as Sunderland boss but faces his toughest test so far on Saturday in a trip to face Wigan at the DW Stadium.
Wimbledon 1-1 Sunderland report as Alex Neil takes a point from his first game in charge
New boss Alex Neil put an end to Sunderland's losing streak - but the Black Cats dropped two more crucial points against relegation-threatened opposition as they fought out a draw at AFC Wimbledon.
Sunderland fined for touchline melee as ex-boss Lee Johnson is hit with touchline ban
Sunderland have been fined £5,000 after admitting failing to control their players following a touchline melee during the defeat against Lincoln City last month.