It makes Sunderland's start even more of an outlier, with the Black Cats challenging perceptions about making too many changes to a squad that have earned promotion. "It's an unbelievable start and one that's been well earned," former Watford captain Troy Deeney told Final Score.

Chelsea have seen their four-game winning streak end at the hands of Sunderland following a 2-1 defeat in Saturday’s Premier League clash.After their 5-1 rout of Ajax in midweek, Enzo Maresca’s

Former Sunderland player Marco Gabbiadini is full of praise for the performance of Regis Le Bris's squad, especially defenders Omar Alderete and Dan Ballard.

To describe Sunderland's start merely as a dream would be to do it a disservice. With 17 points from nine matches, they have not only bucked the recent trend of newly promoted sides struggling in the Premier League but they have defied critics that accused them of making too many signings.

According to Italian outlet Corriere di Bologna via Sports Witness, Sunderland are looking to secure the services of Bologna man Lucumi during the January transfer window. The report claims that the Black Cats have not been deterred by their summer failure to bring the 27-year-old defender to the Premier League.

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Chelsea host Sunderland on Saturday aiming for a fifth consecutive victory in all competitions as Enzo Maresca’s young side continues to build momentum.After a tricky start, the Blues have hit

Wolves, the Premier League's last remaining winless team, are already in must-win territory just nine games into the season as fellow relegation battlers Burnley visit Molineux Stadium on Sunday.