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#SAFC reporter for the Sunderland Echo. Maybe some cricket and music and stuff, too.
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Morning #SAFC - the latest episode of #onthewhistle is up should you wish to relive yday.

Hope the heads aren't too sore this morning!

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The Sunderland duo who were key to derby win and Newcastle's tactical error - #onthewhistle
YouTube video by Sunderland Echo - SAFC
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December 15, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Just giving this a little bump in case you missed it!
December 15, 2025 at 7:01 PM
Sunlun rising.

A column on an unforgettable day at the SoL

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Sunderland rise to the Wear-Tyne derby occasion and show they are here to stay
Nick Woltemade’s own goal early in the second half secured a 1-0 win for Sunderland in the Wear-Tyne derby
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December 15, 2025 at 12:17 PM
Morning #SAFC - the latest episode of #onthewhistle is up should you wish to relive yday.

Hope the heads aren't too sore this morning!

🔴⚪️

youtu.be/xdeg-ESB51c
The Sunderland duo who were key to derby win and Newcastle's tactical error - #onthewhistle
YouTube video by Sunderland Echo - SAFC
youtu.be
December 15, 2025 at 10:30 AM
Qs and comments for tomorrow's #onthewhistle ?

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December 14, 2025 at 5:06 PM
Analysis from the SoL - how #SAFC won the Wear-Tyne derby

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This is how Sunderland got the better of Newcastle United in Wear-Tyne derby
Sunderland won the Wear-Tyne derby 1-0 after a Nick Woltemade own goal
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December 14, 2025 at 4:04 PM
First 45 not a classic Wear-Tyne derby..

#SAFC had the best moments when Thiaw nearly put one in his own net & Ballard nodded one over bar. Visitors largely sat off & looked to play on break. So far, no one really produced much quality.

Think #SAFC will be happy enough atm
December 14, 2025 at 2:51 PM
RIP Gary Rowell.

A fine player and one of the best people you could ever hope to meet. Sunderland won't be the same without you

A small tribute to an immense man

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Gary Rowell: A true SAFC legend and one of the finest people you could ever meet
Gary Rowell, an iconic figure in the club’s history, has died aged 68
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December 14, 2025 at 7:42 AM
Struggling to process Gary's death. He was the nicest man, who had time for everyone.

He loved Sunderland so much. Sing his name loud tomorrow, it made him so happy. He'll be kicking every ball with us x
December 13, 2025 at 11:00 PM
RLB: I'm absolutely convinced Adingra will be a great player for #SAFC

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Régis Le Bris issues strong Simon Adingra message after Ivory Coast disappointment
Sunderland winger Simon Adingra has been left out of the Ivory Coast squad for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations
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December 13, 2025 at 11:05 AM
Reinildo is fit for Sunday.

Too soon for Diarra, who'll start full training next week. Senegal squad will be announced this weekend, Le Bris says it's up to his national team whether he goes.

Dennis Cirkin now considered ready for selection.

#SAFC
December 12, 2025 at 2:05 PM
V much late to this but a late contender for my favourite track/record of the year.

WOW.

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Annahstasia - Slow (feat. Obongjayar) [Official Visualizer]
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December 11, 2025 at 1:19 PM
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Afternoon #SAFC - the latest episode of #onthewhistle is now up.

Chatting through the Man City defeat and looking ahead to next weekend

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youtu.be/X0uNiJATGuo
What went wrong at Man City, Dan Neil's situation and who should start next Sunday - #onthewhistle
YouTube video by Sunderland Echo - SAFC
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December 7, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Afternoon #SAFC - the latest episode of #onthewhistle is now up.

Chatting through the Man City defeat and looking ahead to next weekend

🔴 ⚪ 📹

youtu.be/X0uNiJATGuo
What went wrong at Man City, Dan Neil's situation and who should start next Sunday - #onthewhistle
YouTube video by Sunderland Echo - SAFC
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December 7, 2025 at 12:58 PM
Some more RLB reaction from Man City:

- Reinildo and Diarra latest
- Xhaka and Sadiki subs
- Latest on Masuaku after missing out on last couple of squads

#SAFC

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Sunderland boss issues Reinildo and Habib Diarra updates ahead of Newcastle United
Sunderland head coach Regis Le Bris has confirmed that a key midfielder will be missing for next weekend’s game
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December 7, 2025 at 7:20 AM
Qs and comments for #onthewhistle tomorrow ?

#SAFC

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December 6, 2025 at 5:28 PM
Player ratings from Man City.

Not too much to shout about, but thought a couple came out of it well

#SAFC

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Sunderland player ratings vs Man City as defensive pair score well on tough day
Sunderland were back in Premier League action as they faced Man City on Saturday
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December 6, 2025 at 5:13 PM
Some on the whistle analysis from The Etihad.

Not as bad as it looked - Cherki was MAGNIFICENT. That late red for O'Nien a really needless one, sadly.

#SAFC just need to learn and move on - City were brilliant

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December 6, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Chastening half for #SAFC.

Long-range shot and a set piece in a couple of minutes, at a point where they were starting to play a bit. But for the most part, City have simply been too good in and out of possession.

They've been really top class.
December 6, 2025 at 3:48 PM
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Afternoon #SAFC

The latest episode of #onthewhistle is up - reflecting on another top Premier League result

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youtu.be/f-Ymvqm6yfA
Liverpool reflections, Reinildo appreciation and RLB's hint for Man City - #onthewhistle
YouTube video by Sunderland Echo - SAFC
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December 4, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Afternoon #SAFC

The latest episode of #onthewhistle is up - reflecting on another top Premier League result

🔴⚪️

youtu.be/f-Ymvqm6yfA
Liverpool reflections, Reinildo appreciation and RLB's hint for Man City - #onthewhistle
YouTube video by Sunderland Echo - SAFC
youtu.be
December 4, 2025 at 3:10 PM