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Welcome to another episode of On This Week, where we take a look back through the archives of Sunderland AFC history. Join Martin and Andrew on today’s show as they reminisce about: Plus much more. This episode of Haway The Podcast is sponsored by LiveScoreBet, a principal partner of Sunderland AFC. For more information visit LiveScoreBet.com […]
Written By Former Sunderland Midfielder, Kieron Brady The name Raich Carter is firmly embedded within the lore of Sunderland AFC and the hearts and minds of its followers. A son of Hendon, he was the local lad come good – a one-goal-every-two-games inside-forward who would lead the club to league and cup glory in the […]
In his epic poem The Waste Land, T.S. Eliot remarked that April is the cruellest month, but I doubt he ever had to face up to three away games in six days at the beginning of January. At any other time of year the prospect of three back-to-back trips to new stadia within six days […]
This period of the season has been at the forefront of every supporter’s mind since the start of the season, especially with the arrival of so many AFCON participants. It is a tough portion of the campaign for any team, never mind one with six first-team players unavailable. The first yellow-card suspension line falls right […]
“Close, but not close enough” was the best way to describe Sunderland AFC’s relationship with the FA Cup during the 1950s. Having spent boatloads of cash in trying to bring some of the biggest names in the game to Roker, the club were desperate to get their hands on some silverware in return for their […]
The question of where Sunderland AFC Women should call “home? isn’t simply about bricks, grass and turnstiles. Instead, it cuts right to the heart of what the women’s team is, who it’s for, and how seriously the club and the wider footballing world are prepared to take it. In recent years, as the Lasses have […]
Sunderland managed to wrestle control of the game in the end down in London on Sunday to take a well-earned point away with them, so we thought we’d grab the thoughts of former Sunderland defender DANNY COLLINS, and to throw your questions his way… On today’s show: All of this and more – get subscribed […]
Carrying our characteristic tenacity into 2026 earned us a hard-earned point against Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City on New Year’s Day – proving once again that we could hold our own against the finest sides in world football. Thursday’s result was an ideal launchpad for the year ahead and for our trip to London, with a […]
Sunderland earn the fruits of their labours After a gruelling battle with Manchester City followed by a tight turnaround ahead of this trip to North London, it felt like a good bet that Sunderland might find the going tough against Spurs, and that’s certainly how it was for the first forty five minutes as the […]
Gav says… Brobbey hits his stride I think Brian Brobbey has been really good recently and the goal he scored against Spurs was probably the best we’ve scored all season, although you have to give credit to Omar Alderete, Nordi Mukiele, Granit Xhaka and in particular Enzo Le Fée for their part in it, too. […]
Before we dive in, it’s worth saying clearly that this article hasn’t been written to push an agenda, to guilt-trip anyone or to suggest that “real” supporters must attend women’s football, as Sunderland AFC is a broad, passionate community, and people support the club in many different ways. This guide simply exists to help those […]
I loved the Peter Reid era. It was born out of a time when we thought things could potentially get pretty bad for the club. Roker Park was falling to bits, and from the moment we returned to Division Two in May 1991, we were just surviving to stay in it. After Denis Smith’s appointment […]
It’s a game of two halves and that was true in the Lads draw on our first visit to Spurs’ new stadium! Spurs controlled the opening half and we took charge after the break and Chris & Jonny take through their thoughts on how it played out! On today’s show: This episode of Haway The […]
Robin Roefs: 7/10 As reliable as ever with his feet and confident when coming with the ball, well protected once again though and never had a proper save to make. Trai Hume: 6/10 Did OK at the back, moved positions quite a bit and coped well. Had a good effort from range in the first […]
IIIIIIIIIITTTT’SSS MATCHDAY! Today we head south to take on Tottenham Hotspur, who aren’t in great form at home this season, so can Reggie’s mighty mackems take full advantage and nab another win on the road? Join Gav, Ant and Andrew as they look ahead to the game! On today’s show: All of this and more […]
After a hard fought, intense game against Manchester City only a couple of days ago, it’d be tempting for Regis Le Bris to rotate his squad a bit to prevent injuries and get some fresh legs into the team – however the reality is we don’t have much room for manouvere, so in reality it’s […]
1936 was to be a magnificent year in the history of Sunderland AFC — despite an inauspicious start on 1 January when the team suffered a surprising home loss to struggling Aston Villa. It was a humbling 1-3 defeat at the hands of a side that would end the campaign by being relegated, and yet […]
Martin Wanless predicts… Score prediction: Spurs 0 Sunderland 2 Sunderland’s first goalscorer: Granit Xhaka After a hard fought draw against Manchester City, the game against Spurs gives us a good opportunity to get maximum points on the board. Spurs don’t have the best home record and I think there’s three points here for us if […]
In Sunderland’s final fixture of the 2025 Calendar Year, Leeds United returned to the Stadium of Light since the epic 2-2 draw last season that saw Evan Meslier comically throw one into his own net with seconds to spare. Leeds entered this one as the form team in the league, having dismantled Crystal Palace at […]
Sunday 4th January 2026 Tottenham Hotspur v Sunderland – Premier League Stadium of Light Kick-Off: 15:00 Tickets & Match Coverage Tickets: Tickets are sold out. TV/Stream: Full live match coverage is available via Sky Sports. Radio: Full live match commentary available via BBC Radio Newcastle (not online) Don’t forget to follow the blow-by-blow account of […]
The games are coming thick and fast for Sunderland, and on Sunday we head to a new stadium to take on Tottenham Hotspur. What can we expect from Thomas Frank’s team? Gav sat down for a chat with Ricky Sacks, the host of Last Word On Spurs, to find out more. On today’s show: All […]
It was less than two months before that a heavy defeat against the same opposition resulted in the departure of Roy Keane as Sunderland manager. Keane’s departure was a blow to a fanbase who had newfound hope under the Irishman’s tenure, but in truth it appeared to be a tenure by fear and frustration rather […]
The narrative heading into the home game against Man City was that with several players unavailable, Sunderland could come unstuck against a team in ominous form. City headed to the SoL on the back of an eight game winning run, which included a 2-1 win at Real Madrid in the Champions League. We knew a […]
The quality of recruitment by Sunderland since the return to the Premier League was secured has been so outstanding that it has been difficult to keep track of the impact of the new signings. Granit Xhaka has brought leadership, experience, discipline, and set standards that are pushing others. Robin Roefs, Reinildo Mandava, Nordi Mukiele, and […]
Sunderland’s 2025/2026 campaign has been defined by tension, transition and a growing sense of unease. As the campaign reaches its midway point, the Lasses find themselves in a position that feels uncomfortably at odds with the expectations that surrounded them in August. What was meant to be a season of consolidation and upward momentum has […]