3 things we clearly learnt about Sunderland after their 5-1 win over Cambridge
Sunderland boosted their hopes of securing a play-off place in League One yesterday by producing an impressive display in their showdown with Cambridge United.
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Alex Neil hails Sunderland's best performance since he took over in five-star Cambridge victory
Alex Neil says Sunderland could have hit double figures against Cambridge United in what he feels was the best performance since he took over on Wearside - no matter that it was against ten men. The Black Cats ended up winning 5-1, but were assisted by playing for more than 75 minutes with a man advantage after U's defender Lloyd Jones was sent off for denial of a goalscoring opportunity when he fouled Ross Stewart inside the penalty area.
Sunderland climb to fourth to boost promotion hopes after crushing ten-man Cambridge United
Sunderland climbed back into the play-off spots and up to fourth place as they ran riot against ten-man Cambridge United at the Stadium of Light. The Black Cats played for more than 75 minutes with an extra man after U's defender Lloyd Jones was shown a straight red card for denying Ross Stewart a clear goalscoring opportunity, and it was a decisive moment as Stewart also tucked away the resulting penalty.
Black Cats return to top six despite being held - Plymouth 0-0 Sunderland match report
Sunderland climbed back into the top six despite being held to a draw by play-off rivals Plymouth Argyle. The Black Cats extended their unbeaten run to ten games, but could not make it four wins in a row as they drew a blank in a tight game at Home Park, with Nathan Broadhead coming closest to breaking the deadlock in the second half with a shot that brought a good save out of the keeper.
Is Plymouth vs Sunderland on TV? Coverage details, live stream info, kick-off time and more
Sunderland take on play-off rivals Plymouth Argyle on Easter Monday at Home Park in a game that is likely to have a major bearing on the race for a top six finish. The game kicks off at 3pm, and Alex Neil's side will be looking to earn their fourth win in a row and extend their unbeaten run to ten games.
Steve Cotterill says Sunderland fans were on the verge of turning before 'cruel' late winner
Shrewsbury boss Steve Cotterill says Sunderland's injury-time winner was 'cruel' - and believes the crowd at the Stadium of Light was on the verge of turning after the Black Cats had thrown away a two-goal lead. Sunderland took command of the game early on, with goals from Elliot Embleton and Nathan Broadhead inside the opening 15 minutes putting them in control.
81% pass success rate, 5 attempted dribbles: This on-loan Sunderland man made a big impact in victory over Shrewsbury
Sunderland claimed another big, late, win in their pursuit of a League One play-off place on Friday afternoon, as they beat Shrewsbury Town 3-2 at the Stadium of Light.
Forget Broadhead: Sunderland star with 62 touches was Neil's real hero vs Shrewsbury - opinion
Sunderland have made their third consecutive comeback to win their clash over Shrewsbury, with the side keeping their play-off dreams alive by the skin of their teeth in their ninth unbeaten league game to put them safely in sixth, now three points ahead of Sheffield Wednesday.