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is now live! 🔴Sunderland AFC. ⚪️Formed on Wearside. 🔴Founded in 1879. ⚪️Followed through generations. Telling the #SAFC stories that matter about the club we ♥️. Carefully crafted long-reads, independent opinions & interviews with important voices.

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Sunderland AFC. Formed on Wearside. Founded in 1879. Followed through generations.

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Good night! #SAFC

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#OnThisDay In 2️⃣0️⃣1️⃣5️⃣ Sam Allardyce is appointed @SunderlandAFC manager. BSA took charge for only 31 games but highlights were: 🔴Beating @NUFC 3-0 ✅ ⚪️Atmospheres during wins over @Everton and @ChelseaFC ✅ 🔴Relegating the Mags ✅ 😏 #SAFC

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#OnThisDay In 2️⃣0️⃣1️⃣3️⃣ Gus Poyet was appointed manager of @SunderlandAFC . 🔴League Cup Final ✅ ⚪️3x derby day victories ✅ 🔴Great escape ✅ #SAFC

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No notes… #SAFC

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Show me 10/10 defending 👀

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Nicklas Bendtner made his debut for #SAFC 13 years ago today! He made 28 appearances for the Black Cats but chalked up 8 goals and 5 assists during his short stay on loan from #Arsenal . Anyone remember this one? 😏🔴⚪️⬇️

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Some #SAFC stats based on our first four Championship matches: 🔴 Goals scored per game - 1st ⚪️ Goals conceded per game - 1st 🔴 Clean sheets - 1st ⚪️ Possession - 22nd 🔴 Shots on goal per game - 6th ⚪️ Field tilt - 5th Early days but transformative stuff from Le Bris 😍

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The audacity. The cockiness. Sublime #safc 😍

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Still thinking about *cough, Browne’s injury time screamer against @LUFC . 😏 So, got thinking what other late @SunderlandAFC goals are also worthy of a mention? This one from @AndyReidXI always sticks in the mind… #SAFC

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Posting this again because ‘why not’? Aside from their Keeper wasting time all second half, only for his howler to occur in the added time he created… Leeds fans’ developing sarcastic ‘wheeey’ as the ball hits the net is hugely underrated. 🤣 #SAFC

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Also on this day in 2️⃣0️⃣1️⃣3️⃣ Fabio Borini made his debut for The Lads in a 1-3 league defeat against #Arsenal . The Italian went on to score 17 goals ⚽️with 5 assists 🤝 Other than the obvious Wembley moment this remains a personal favourite 😏 #SAFC

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Some stats for consideration 📈 - lots of deadline day talk about ‘proven strikers’. Understandably so. FWIW, after just four matches, #SAFC will point to Eliezer Mayenda as league’s 5th top scorer, with his expected goals tally looking even more promising: 🔴1 Eliezer Mayenda

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If it’s possible, it’s even better from this angle… #SAFC

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Régis Le Bris deserves much credit: appointed in June, new to the country and league, and working mostly with players already at club. 🔴Cardiff vs S/Land ✅ ⚪️S/Land vs Sheff Wed ✅ 🔴S/Land vs Burnley ✅ ⚪️Pompey vs S/Land ✅ 🔴Plymouth vs S/Land ❌ ⚪️S/Land vs Boro ✅ #SAFC

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Top 5️⃣ best #SAFC goals in your lifetime? If you’re a certain vintage, here’s a starter for ten…👇 🔴1️⃣Edwards vs Burnley, 2007 ⚪️2️⃣Defoe vs Mags, 2015 🔴3️⃣Richardson vs Mags, 2008 ⚪️4️⃣Leadbitter vs Arsenal, 2008 🔴5️⃣Phillips vs Mags, 1999

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Well yesterday was rather good wasn’t it? How many times have we all watched this then? 😎 #SAFC

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On this day in 1️⃣9️⃣8️⃣7️⃣ @marco_ten made his debut for #SAFC against @ChesterFC in a 2-0 defeat. Signed for £80.000 from @YorkCityFC , Gabbiadini made 185 appearances for The Lads and scored 87 times. ⚽️🫡

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🔴⚪️Mayenda’s xG compared against other Championship strikers: 👇 1️⃣Josh Maja. 3.4 2️⃣Eliezer Mayenda. 2.93 3️⃣Kieffer Moore. 2.75 4️⃣Haji Wright. 2.69 5️⃣Elijah Adebayo. 2.59 #SAFC

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🔴⚪️On this day in 2022, Jack Clarke was on the end of this sublime bit of build up play to slot home. 😍👇🔴⚪️ #SAFC

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Initially thought this was an own goal. Early days but Isidor’s movement seems a step above the others we’ve tried upfront in recent times. Two in two and absolutely his place to lose now. Lovely stuff! #SAFC

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#Throwback John Mensah made his @SunderlandAFC debut against @HullCity in 2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣9️⃣ coming on as a 77th min sub. The Lads won 4-1 that day when both sides were in the @premierleague . 🤞for a similar result on Sunday. #SAFC

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Lovely finish from Connolly here to make it two for him this evening as part of his run out for U21’s. Very much looking forward to seeing what he can bring to first team soon. #SAFC

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In 2016, @SunderlandAFC took the lead against @HullCity and it marked a milestone as @IAmJermainDefoe became the eighth player - at the time a to reach 150 Premier League goals. #SAFC

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Chris Rigg shining for #Eng U18’s with a lovely nutmeg. 🔴⚪️ #SAFC 👇

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Assuming Aaron Connolly deal gets over the line, you can absolutely see how - if fit and motivated - he fits with Le Bris’ methods. Looking at this he’s likely to sit on the shoulder of defenders but crucially will be key in pressing from the front…👇

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Site has only been live a day and it’s already had readers from Australia, America, Spain, Italy, Ireland, Netherlands, Greece, France, Canada, Finland, Isle of Man, Germany, New Zealand and China! Welcome to those #SAFC supporters from overseas! 🫡🔴⚪️

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#OnThisDay In 2️⃣0️⃣0️⃣9️⃣ @SunderlandAFC secured a victory over @LFC thanks to a bizzare @premierleague moment. Darren Bent’s shot struck a beach ball on the pitch, deflecting into the net for the game’s only goal. 🏖️⚽️ #SAFC #LFC

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🔴⚪️ “𝚆𝚑𝚘 𝚊𝚛𝚎 𝚢𝚊!?” 🔴⚪️ Sunderland’s ‘game model’ isn’t just about Le Bris’ tactics. It’s about us. We delve into the impact of supporters on the club, why we’re crucial to its success and how we shape its identity! Read👇 #SAFC

"Who are ya?" How Sunderland fans shape the club’s identity - Founded1879

Régis Le Bris allowed a rare smile to break across his face as he reflected on the impact Sunderland’s supporters had in the weekend’s victory over Middlesbrough. The head coach noted: “It was tough...

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Great shout for @benno_4 🫡 #SAFC 👇

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@Founded1879 @LUFC @SunderlandAFC @AndyReidXI Gary Bennett at Roker against manu up there like

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A great servant to #SAFC and one of the reasons we’re now in the second tier rather than the third. Good luck Corry. 🫡

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Welcome to Bradford City, Corry! 🤝 #BCAFC

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🔴⚪️𝚂𝚝𝚊𝚝𝚜: 👉 Luke O'Nien isn’t a natural CB. Yet, his effectiveness in the role can’t be dismissed - at least not based on facts. He leads in #SAFC ’s open play passing with 172 successful passes, evidencing a key role in distribution. O9’s accuracy (83.90%) isn’t the

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With a whopping total of 55 @DCirkin3 comfortably leads the pack in the @SkyBetChamp for combined tackles & interceptions. 2nd is @SheffieldUnited 's Brazillian Vinicius Souza on 48 who reportedly signed for €12m. Cirkin is excelling for @SunderlandAFC this season! #SAFC

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Marcus Stewart gets a hat-trick against Gillingham in a lovely little 4-0 win for #SAFC on this day in 2004. 🔴⚪️ Anyone at Priestfield for this one?

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Commercial arm of #SAFC hitting all the right buttons with supporters of late. The improvement is long overdue as criticism has been justified given the previously below par standards. Credit where it’s due - return of @hummel1923 and @vauxbrewery are big wins for Bruce and club.

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We are delighted to welcome @vauxbrewery back to matchdays on Wearside ahead of the 2024-25 season.

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“What has he done!?” #LUFC managed the second half really well but our style of play was excellent at times and with some real attacking flair. Thought we absolutely deserved something out of that. #SAFC

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Early days but one tactical observation on first 3 games is RLB has #SAFC sacrificing more of the possession during games than this side typically has in past, but without giving up control. Currently ranked 22nd in league with 42% when averaged 55% last season finishing 4th.

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🔴⚪️ 𝙰𝚌𝚊𝚍𝚎𝚖𝚢 𝚍𝚎𝚎𝚙 𝚍𝚒𝚟𝚎! 🔴⚪️ #SAFC chiefs once promised to make the Academy its "centrepiece." But has it truly become the ♥️ of the club? We delve into progress made, key changes & what should happen next for the youth development!👇

Sunderland AFC's Academy: is it the promised centrepiece of club? - Founded1879

As many as 1371 days have been crossed off the calendar since Kiristjaan Speakman first walked through the door at the Stadium of Light. Upon his arrival the Sporting Director spoke of the owners’...

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On this day in 1️⃣9️⃣9️⃣1️⃣ @marco_ten scored a six minute hat-trick for #SAFC against #Charlton with the match finishing 4-1. 🔴⚪️

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Club’s handling of @hummel1923 return has been impeccable. Looking forward to third kit release. Let’s hope they placed a large order! #SAFC

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Exclusive: #SAFC chief business officer David Bruce has teased the upcoming third kit will be the best of the bunch. Bespoke details from hummel, giving something back to supporters and 'the best collection of kits in the world' this season.

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Great. Drone footage of #SAFC supporters walking across the new footbridge in a sea of red and white is going to do serious numbers…

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Flight to the Stadium of Light this morning. #Sunderland #SAFC

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A statement victory from #SAFC with a performance to match. Early days but RLB looks to have transformed this group and tactically gets it spot on again. With backing in transfer window in the remaining few days there’s no reason why play-offs aren’t achievable.

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An #SAFC player with no expectations but ended up excelling? Kevin Phillips: Had played RB for Watford, signed for 𝟯𝟮𝟱𝗸, scored 𝟭𝟯𝟬 goals ⚽️, in 𝟮𝟯𝟱 apps, Premier League Golden Boot and European Golden Shoe in 1999-2000. Any others?

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🔴⚪️𝙻𝚎 𝙱𝚛𝚒𝚜’ 𝚏𝚒𝚛𝚜𝚝 𝟷𝟶𝟶 𝚍𝚊𝚢𝚜🔴⚪️ Régis Le Bris has @SunderlandAFC top of the league with tactical tweaks, defensive grit, & a squad buying into his vision. 100 days in, we dissect how he could be building something special. 👇 #SAFC

Régis Le Bris: The First 100 Days at Sunderland AFC - Founded1879

It took over 100 days for Sunderland AFC’s board to settle on Régis Le Bris. And now, as the first 100 days into his tenure are crossed off the calendar (114 to be precise) there is sufficient...

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🔴⚪️𝙳𝚊𝚗 𝙽𝚎𝚒𝚕 𝙰𝚗𝚊𝚕𝚢𝚜𝚒𝚜🔴⚪️ A thread 🧵 Assessing Neil’s season thus far based on: ➡️ the midfielder’s 444mins played in 24/25 EFL Championship ➡️ against Championship players in same position ➡️ looking at his key strengths ➡️ areas for improvement 👇 #SAFC

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Interesting side note from yesterday's win: Régis Le Bris mentioned in his pre-match presser that he studied Boro and knew how to beat them. It wasn't arrogance but it could've very easily backfired. As @DomShawEcho also notes, he was proven right. Big fan of this! 😎 #SAFC

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Championship clubs apparently eyeing a January loan for Jordan Henderson, who’s struggling for game time at Ajax. (via @reluctantnicko ) Given manner of his departure from @LFC anyone take him back? #SAFC

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🔴⚪️ 𝙻𝚞𝚔𝚎 𝙾’𝙽𝚒𝚎𝚗 𝚕𝚘𝚗𝚐 𝚛𝚎𝚊𝚍! 🔴⚪️ #SAFC hit rock bottom after relegation. Yet, few represent the club’s resurgence better than him. From saving dogs to saving games in central defence, here’s why O9 is at the heart of the revival.👇

Banishing Burton Ghosts: Why Luke O’Nien is key to Sunderland revival - Founded1879

Remember 21st April 2018. For a moment, let the emotions wash over like they did that day trudging away from the Stadium of Light. Recall the sickening feeling. Darren Bent. Darren *sigh* Bent. The...

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Coming soon! Geared towards the Sunderland AFC supporter who wants to go deeper, Founded1879 tell the stories that matter about the Wearside club we love. Carefully crafted long-reads, independent opinions and interviews with important voices on all things #SAFC

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Speakman on post Beale recruitment: “…I had this…matrix around profile and credentials that I was really, really proud of….I sat around afterwards, looked at it and something I was really proud of, I thought was really good…I thought actually we need to scrap that.” #SAFC

Second Tier podcast

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🚨🚨 NEW EPISODE 🚨🚨 Ryan Dilks speaks to Sunderland sporting director Kristjaan Speakman! The club’s excellent recruitment! ✍️ The Bellinghams! 🙌 Can they hold onto Chris Rigg? 😰 And appointing Mick Beale… 😳 It’s the Second Tier. Listen👇 🔗

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🔴⚪️𝚃𝚛𝚊𝚗𝚜𝚏𝚎𝚛 𝚆𝚒𝚗𝚍𝚘𝚠 𝚁𝚎𝚟𝚒𝚎𝚠!🔴⚪️ #SAFC ’s summer window saw big profit, big risk and some great business. Yet, with the club set for a new stage of the model there’s once again no proven striker. Does it matter? It’s nuanced…Read👇

Sunderland AFC Transfer Window Review: Success or Missed Opportunity? - Founded1879

Nine in, twelve out. Not unusual numbers for Sunderland AFC at the end of a transfer window. Yet, this time, there is a twist – a substantial profit from the sale of Jack Clarke, around £11.5 million...

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🔴⚪️ 𝙽𝚎𝚠 𝚙𝚕𝚊𝚢𝚎𝚛 𝚒𝚗𝚜𝚒𝚐𝚑𝚝🔴⚪️ #SAFC sign 23-year-old Wilson Isidor on loan, but is he the proven striker we’ve been waiting for? French football expert @jeremysmith98 weighs in on Isidor’s potential and challenges ahead. Find out more 👇

New player insight: What can Sunderland expect from Wilson Isidor? - Founded1879

French football expert Jeremy Smith runs the rule over the newest Black Cat recruit, Wilson Isidor. F1879: Sunderland AFC have signed 23 year old former U20 French international, Wilson Isidor on...

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🔴⚪️ 𝙽𝚎𝚠 𝚒𝚗𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚟𝚒𝚎𝚠! 🔴⚪️ We chat to @RJXMEDIA about capturing the ♥️ & soul of #SAFC in pictures. Ross talks about his journey from fan to a club photographer, showcasing the passion, emotion, & iconic moments on & off the pitch. Read👇

“It was like a battle cry to roar us into the game…” Ross Johnston (RJX Media) Q&A - Founded1879

Founded1879 chatted to Sunderland AFC fan and one of the club’s photographers, Ross Johnston (RJX Media) to discuss his pathway into photography and how he captures all of the passion, emotion and...

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May have gone unnoticed amidst the senior team getting the win but the U21’s secured a great victory against Lyon last night too in the Premier League International Cup. Ogunsuyi got a brace to seal it. #SAFC

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FULL TIME - Trey Ogunsuyi the difference, as you suspect he so often will be as his career progresses. A good win and a good watch, in fairness. #SAFC 2-0 Lyon

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Sunderland AFC record their first opening day victory for 10 seasons (League years aside) with a fine 2-0 win against Cardiff City. Régis Le Bris bucking the trend. 😎🔴⚪️

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Great this by @RJXMEDIA . If you the guy with the kids that’s definitely getting blown up above the mantle piece for Christmas.

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Celebrating the moments that matter ❤️🫂

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🔴⚪️𝙹𝚘𝚋𝚎 𝙱𝚎𝚕𝚕𝚒𝚗𝚐𝚑𝚊𝚖 𝙰𝚗𝚊𝚕𝚢𝚜𝚒𝚜🔴⚪️ A thread 🧵 Assessing Jobe's season so far based on: ➡️ the midfielder's data after 540mins played in 24/25 #EFLChampionship & compared with other qualifying players ➡️key strengths ➡️areas for improvement. #SAFC

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On this day in 2️⃣0️⃣1️⃣6️⃣ Josh Maja made his professional debut for #SAFC in a 2-1 victory over @QPR in the 3rd round of the #EFLCup . The striker went on to make 47 further appearances and scored 18 goals ⚽️

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In 2022, a 19yr old Trai Hume arrived on Wearside, “I've played over 50 games in the Irish league and I think that will help me settle in, but this is the right time for me to test myself in a new environment and this is the right club." 74 apps for #SAFC later, now this 👇👏👏👏

Steven Beacom

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Congratulations to Sunderland’s Trai Hume who will captain Northern Ireland tomorrow against Luxembourg at Windsor Park. Great honour for the former Linfield and Ballymena player.

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is launching soon! Geared towards the #SAFC supporter who wants deeper, we tell the stories that matter about the Wearside club we love. Carefully crafted long-reads, independent opinions and interviews with important voices on all things red and white.

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Sunderland AFC. Formed on Wearside. Founded in 1879. Followed through generations.

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A defensive midfielder with some experience?! It’s been just over 3 years since #SAFC signed Corry Evans and have arguably needed this type of cover ever since. “The guns have fallen silent. The stars have aligned. The great wait is over. Come see. It will not be televised." 🤞

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Sunderland are nearing a loan agreement for Lens’ Salis Abdul Samed (24). (L'Éq)

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Think you’ll find it’s this…👇 #SAFC 😎

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Perhaps the coolest sports picture ever taken.

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Only in football can you go from elation to despair like this…⬇️ #SAFC

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🔴⚪️𝙰𝚊𝚛𝚘𝚗 𝙲𝚘𝚗𝚗𝚘𝚕𝚕𝚢 𝙰𝚗𝚊𝚕𝚢𝚜𝚒𝚜🔴⚪️ A Thread🧵 Republic of Ireland striker, Aaron Connolly signed for #SAFC as a free agent. This thread will asses his: 🔴Playing style ⚪️Strengths/Weakneses 🔴How he'll fit into starting XI

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As comfortable as it gets. Rigg MoM and given talk of strikers, Mayenda getting another great performance under his belt with an assist along with Mundle scoring was just the tonic. O’Nien’s OG the only negative. Early days but this is transformative stuff from Le Bris. #SAFC

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🔴⚪️ THE SEASON PREVIEW 🔴⚪️ “…based on hard data, there is indeed evidence to suggest that come the end of the season…the play-offs are achievable.” We crunch the numbers ahead of the new Championship season to examine #SAFC ’s chances of success. 👇

Season Preview: Why statistics suggest Sunderland AFC could finish top six - Founded1879

Like a damp sparkler tossed in a dirty puddle outside a Bargain Booze in early November – for Sunderland AFC, last season fizzled out in pathetic fashion. As such, supporters may be forgiven for...

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All the best Super Kev 🫡 #SAFC

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@AFCFylde

22 days

It's a 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿 morning on the Fylde Coast 😉 #PhillipsAnnounced #BornToBeFylde

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Mepham rightly getting plaudits today but O’Nien absolutely key to Le Bris’ style of play. 68 successful passes from him out of 72. A 94% passing accuracy! #SAFC

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Patterson needs to improve his kicking. The lad is likely the first to admit it too. But, at 24, he is one of the best keepers in division. In a game where he made mistakes this save is top notch and so unfortunate for it to go in off Ballard.👇 #SAFC

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@rossrobson Absolutely. #SAFC ‘only’ had 45.1% today.

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@Founded1879

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🔴⚪️ 𝙾𝚗 𝚝𝚑𝚒𝚜 𝚍𝚊𝚢 𝟷𝟾 𝚢𝚎𝚊𝚛𝚜 𝚊𝚐𝚘 🔴⚪️ Keane appointed #SAFC manager. Quinn: "When Roy met players, you could almost see them standing an inch or two taller thinking 'we are going to be working with that man, that is incredible’.” W - 42 D - 17 L - 41 W% - 42

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Good morning 🌅 😎 #SAFC

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@Founded1879

26 days

Good night! #SAFC

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So, #SAFC player with all the hype but ended up turgid? Jozy Altidore: £𝟵𝗺 fee, 𝟰𝟴 goals for AZ, 𝟭 in 𝟮 seasons at Sunderland. Any other contenders? 👇

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Watson’s cameo today was a real positive and given Isidor’s switch to striker position the youngster is knocking on the door even more. Clearly Mundle still the main man at LW for now though. #SAFC

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An emphatic statement performance from Le Bris’ side. Dominated from around the 12th minute onwards. Neil, Jobe and Rigg different gravy. We’re taking about a striker at FT too but not in the way I suspect most thought. #SAFC

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We can confirm no players were hurt in the making of this particular match action. #Hibs #SAFC

Hibernian Football Club

@HibernianFC

2 months

Incredible from Triantis! Nectar picks the ball up in midfield before driving past THREE kilmarnock players, but his effort at at the end of the run smashes the crossbar, so unlucky! 🔷 0-1 🥬 | 70’ | #WHPREM

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Ballard will struggle to get back in the side on Mepham’s current form. Man of the match performance. Le Bris could be building something special here. #SAFC

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@rossrobson Field Tilt essentially takes account of a team’s share of possession in the final third. It looks at crucial touches and passes too. In short, it helps measure which side has been able to take the attack to the opponent. But, crucially whilst retaining the ball.

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🔴⚪️𝙾𝚙𝚙𝚘𝚜𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗 𝙻𝚘𝚠𝚍𝚘𝚠𝚗🔴⚪️ Ahead of @SunderlandAFC 's trip to MKM Stadium check out our Q&A with @bazdjcooper for his key insight on @HullCity , including players to watch, team tactics and his score prediction! 👇 #SAFC #HCAFC #EFL

Opposition Lowdown: Hull City vs Sunderland AFC - Founded1879

Ahead of Sunderland’s trip to the MKM Stadium, we sit down with Baz Cooper, Hull City correspondent with the Hull Daily Mail, to get all the insight on Sunday’s opponents. F1879: Hull have won...

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Embleton: “Growing up I used to go to games at the Stadium of Light with my family and dream that one day I would be fortunate enough to play a first-team game. Words will never be able to describe that feeling when it happened.” #SAFC

Sunderland AFC

@SunderlandAFC

3 months

We can confirm the departure of long-serving player Elliot Embleton. Go well, Embo! ❤️🤍

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Still want #SAFC to reach #PremierLeague . But, as we wait for #EFLChampionship to return there's surely an argument that its better than PL. More competitive, cheaper (avg. cheapest PL season ticket is £592!), no VAR, & far less predictable.

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Whether you like it or not, @hummel1923 have gone bold. It’s a unique design with #SAFC heritage woven throughout and that sets it apart from some of the template kit offerings the club has had in the past. Think this may grow on those not instantly impressed.

Sunderland AFC

@SunderlandAFC

3 months

🩵 A celebration of our mining heritage… Presenting our @hummel1923 third shirt! ⤵️

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Interesting. On paper makes absolute sense. At 24 and with decent numbers inevitably there will be concerns around how Connolly is a free agent. That said, hopefully low risk and any potential attitude issues - should they even exist - will be swiftly addressed by Le Bris. #SAFC

Michael Walker

@mwalker2771

1 month

Aaron Connolly set to join Sunderland as a free agent. Now 24, 8 goals in 13 Championship starts for Hull City last season. Last Irish international appearance in Sept 23. Opportunity for the Galway man given debut by Chris Hughton at Brighton 7 years ago.

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2 months

A classic of the Phillips genre indeed. #SAFC

Andrew Verdian

@AdmiralsCourt

2 months

@Founded1879 Phillips v Chelsea is a standout for me

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Wilson Isidor vs Derby County: 🔴Minutes: 85’ ⚪️Goal: 1 ⚽ 🔴xG: 0.65 ⚪️Shots: 3 (1 on target) 🔴Passes: 6/7 (86%) ⚪️Duels won: 3/6 🔴Fouled: 2 ⚪️Possession lost: 6 🔴Crosses: 1 (0 accurate) Solid performance from him tonight. #SAFC

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@Founded1879

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🔴⚪️ 𝙾𝚙𝚙𝚘𝚜𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚘𝚗 𝚕𝚘𝚠𝚍𝚘𝚠𝚗🔴⚪️ Ahead of the long trip to Fratton Park we caught up with @mrandrewmoon from @BBCRadioSolent to get the inside scoop on #Pompey . From tactics to key players, here’s what to expect from #SAFC ’s next opponents.👇

Opposition Lowdown: Portsmouth FC vs Sunderland AFC - Founded1879

Ahead of the long trip to Fratton Park on Saturday, we spoke with Andrew Moon, from BBC Solent/South TV and Portsmouth FC commentator, to get all the insight on Sunderland AFC’s next opponents....

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Also worth noting that one of Connolly’s strengths is his pressing which is likely to fit very well with Le Bris’ style of play.

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🔴⚪️𝙲𝚑𝚛𝚒𝚜 𝚁𝚒𝚐𝚐 𝙾𝚕𝚎 𝙾𝚕𝚎 𝙾𝚕𝚎!🔴⚪️ While European scouts are watching, the 17-year-old is busy making history for #SAFC . The comparisons may be unfair, but we couldn't resist.. All to asses: just how big of a talent is Chris Rigg!? 👇

Sunderland's Footballing Prodigy: Just how big of a talent is Chris Rigg? - Founded1879

Chris Rigg does not wait around. Having first joined Sunderland AFC at primary school age, he was already making waves when leading the U15 squad to victory in the Premier League Floodlit Cup in 2022...

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🔴⚪️”Your potential this season is completely off the scale.” We caught up with #EFL pundit and presenter @GabSutton to discuss #SAFC transfers, RLB and the season ahead. Gabriel’s optimism was unbounded! 🔴⚪️👇 RT’s appreciated.

"Your potential this season is completely off the scale." EFL pundit previews Sunderland AFC's...

Founded1879 caught up with EFL Pundit and Presenter, Gabriel Sutton ahead of the new Championship season to get his thoughts on Sunderland AFC’s squad depth, transfers, new Head Coach, Régis Le Bris...

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3 months

Feature image on our site’s homepage is by @christophe_art . His work is always 👌♥️🤍 👇

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@christophe_art

3 months

❤️🤍 S U N D E R L A N D ❤️🤍 #Sunderland #SAFC

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A good example of this is the Burnley game. The Clarets enjoyed 58.8% possession at the SoL yet never really got a foothold in the match with only one shot on target across the 90mins.

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#OnThisDay In 1️⃣9️⃣9️⃣3️⃣ @smudger19safc made his debut for @Sunderland AFC in a 2-0 win against @LutonTown . Martin Smith, (🎶Martin Smith, running down the wing, loved by The Lads, feared by the Mags🎶) went on to make 1️⃣4️⃣5️⃣ appearances and scored 2️⃣8️⃣ goals ⚽️ #SAFC

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This. Teams can absolutely control games without always having the ball by being well organised out of possession. Le Bris has #SAFC set traps and once the high press works the forwards explode with pace in the final third. Magnifique!

samthub

@samthubron3

2 months

@Founded1879 thing is the possession doesn’t bother me because we don’t look worried if the other team has the ball. we use the ball correctly compared to some teams jusr holding it, playing around the back and getting their % up.

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Very good this. If Jobe improves upon last season there is a very valuable player in the squad indeed and in every sense of the word. #SAFC

Sunderland AFC

@SunderlandAFC

2 months

We are delighted to announce that Jobe has signed a new contract at the Stadium of Light! ✍️❤️

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2 months

If Clarke does leave before the window closes - and 🤞he doesn’t - it feels plausible if not likely that club will consider they already have his replacement within the squad. #SAFC

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2 months

Despite loss today, #SAFC impressive in early stages of games this season taking lead in their first 5 games; 1️⃣Cardiff vs S/Land: 18th min⏱️ 2️⃣S/Land vs Sheff Wed: 11th min ⏱️ 3️⃣S/Land vs Burnley: 26th min ⏱️ 4️⃣Pompey vs S/Land: 31st min ⏱️ 5️⃣Plymouth vs S/Land: 24th min ⏱️

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@Camsafc93 Definitely some similarities with Mogga’s style. Would have to check on his possession stats though as from memory #SAFC often came out on top in that regard in games, win lose or draw.

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29 days

Even without the strike, Jobe was MoM. His ability to shield the ball and turn his man repeatedly is great to watch. Interesting shift tactically under Le Bris – we seem to have moved from a high press to an out-and-out counter-attacking style. Another lovely home win! #SAFC

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19 days

@kyleharrison0 @LUFC @SunderlandAFC @AndyReidXI #SAFC 🫡

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2 months

And for those skeptical of stats 📈 - typically because they don’t always tell whole story - sometimes, as is case now for #SAFC and #Leeds , they actually do and in turn show why they're greatly valued. Based solely on xGF, xGA, xGD, and xPTS, the top six would look like: 1️⃣

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