ROKER ROUNDTABLE!
The Roundtable - where the Roker Report writers get together to argue their case!
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How much has Dan Neil progressed during 2024/2025?
The midfielder has established himself as one of our most reliable and influential players under Régis Le Bris. How impressed have our writers been with him?
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s draw with Watford?
The Lads grabbed a late equaliser to preserve their unbeaten home record, but this was another challenging afternoon at the Stadium of Light. What did our writers make of the game?
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Our writers share their thoughts on Sunderland’s January 2025 transfer business
With the window now closed and our squad for the remainder of the campaign finalised, how do our writers feel about our January transfer activity?
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s victory over Middlesbrough?
The Lads completed the league double over the Teessiders for the first time since 1962 with a stunning 2-3 victory on Tuesday night. What did our writers make of the game?
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Our writers react to the news of Wilson Isidor’s permanent switch to Sunderland
Saturday saw a positive development as Isidor joined the club on a three-year deal. We asked our writers for their thoughts on the Frenchman becoming a fully fledged Sunderland player
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Our writers choose their favourite ‘maverick’ Sunderland player!
Fourteen years ago, we signed the classy Stéphane Sessègnon, but who would our writers pick as their favourite entertainer to have worn the red and white stripes?
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How are Sunderland shaping up in the final stages of the January transfer window?
As clubs throughout the league aim to strengthen their squads this week, we asked our writers for their thoughts on the current state of play on Wearside
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s draw with Plymouth?
Despite recovering from 0-1 down to lead 2-1, the Lads were pegged back by the visitors, dropping two points in the process. What did our writers make of the game?
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Can Sunderland make a statement of intent against Plymouth?
The visit of the struggling Pilgrims feels like an ideal chance for the Lads to turn in a dominant performance and victory, but what do our writers think?
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s nervy victory over Derby County?
Eliezer Mayenda’s first-half strike made the difference as the Lads edged a tight game 0-1. What did our writers make of it?
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How might the remainder of Sunderland’s transfer window pan out?
With plenty of business potentially still to be done, what needs to happen in terms of incomings and outgoings in order to give us the best chance of promotion?
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How did Enzo Le Fée fare during his first Sunderland game?
The French midfielder made his Lads debut during Friday’s lively draw with Burnley, almost setting up a goal for Wilson Isidor. What did our writers make of his performance?
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s draw with Burnley?
The Lads left Turf Moor with a point on Friday night, but having failed to convert two penalties, it felt like a huge missed opportunity. What did our writers make of it?
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s FA Cup exit?
The Lads suffered their first home defeat of the season as Stoke edged a dour game 1-2 on Saturday afternoon. What did our writers make of it?
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Which of Sunderland’s young starlets could take centre stage against Stoke City?
With changes almost certainly in the offing for the Lads this week, who could stake a claim when we line up against the Potters in the FA Cup?
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Which areas do Sunderland need to strengthen in the January transfer window?
With promotion certainly achievable this season, where do we need to add greater depth in order to maintain our challenge for the remainder of the campaign?
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Did Sunderland’s victory over Sheffield United represent a shift in mentality?
A well-crafted victory over the Blades put the Lads back into the automatic promotion chase, but did we see a different mindset from the players on Wednesday night?
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s victory over Sheffield United?
Goals from Eliezer Mayenda and Wilson Isidor gave the Lads a superb home victory over the Blades. What did our writers make of the game?
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What are our hopes and aspirations for Sunderland in 2025?
As we welcome a new year on Wearside, we asked our writers for their thoughts on what they hope the next twelve months will bring for the Lads
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s late loss to Stoke City?
A late Tom Cannon goal condemned the Lads to a frustrating defeat in the Potteries on Sunday. What did our writers make of the game?
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On This Day (28th December 2010): Dominant Sunderland inexplicably lose to Blackpool!
In a classic battle of two ‘Barclays era’ managers, it was Ian Holloway who had the last laugh over Steve Bruce as the Seasiders saw off the Lads at the Stadium of Light
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s draw with Blackburn?
Goals from Chris Rigg and Wilson Isidor looked to have given us the win at Ewood Park, but a late equaliser saw Rovers nab a point. What did our writers make of the game?
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Where does Eliezer Mayenda fit most effectively into Sunderland’s team?
Deployed as a winger in recent games, is there also an argument that the Spaniard could be effective as a central striker? Our writers share their thoughts
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s victory over Norwich?
Second half goals from Dan Ballard and Jobe secured a vital three points for the Lads against the Canaries, but what did our writers make of the game?
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Sunderland’s 24/25 Progress Report Part 1: Thoughts on the Lads’ current league position!
As we approach the midway point of the season, how satisfied can we be with our current league position and the amount of points we’ve banked in 2024/2025 thus far?
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s victory over Swansea City?
The Lads rallied from 2-0 down to record a superb comeback win in South Wales on Saturday afternoon. What did our writers make of the game?
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How can Sunderland address their growing concerns on the left wing?
With Tommy Watson and Romaine Mundle currently injured, what’s the possible solution for Régis Le Bris? We asked our writers for their thoughts
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s draw with Bristol City?
Despite falling behind to a Luke McNally goal, the Lads escaped with a draw thanks to Patrick Roberts’ late strike. What did our writers make of the game?
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What were the positives and negatives from Sunderland’s victory over Stoke City?
At a rain-lashed Stadium of Light, the Lads saw off the Potters thanks to a Tommy Watson double. What did our writers make of the game?
Stoke (H), Bristol City (H), Swansea (A) — What would be a respectable points haul for Sunlun?
We’ve got three games in a week coming up — what would be an acceptable return from those games for Sunderland?
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How can Sunderland rediscover the winning formula for Stoke City?
With two potentially tricky home games to come, how can Régis Le Bris and the Lads ensure that they’re in a position to take advantage and get back to winning ways?
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What were the positives and negatives to take from Sunderland’s loss to Sheffield United?
A Tom Davies goal made the difference in an entertaining Friday night clash, but it’s now six without a win for the Lads. What did our writers make of the game?