Sunderland

Sebastian Larsson is confident struggling Sunderland can cope without the suspended Stephane Sessegnon.

Stephane Sessegnon will miss the rest of Sunderland's relegation battle after failing to overturn a red card.

Sunderland manager Paolo Di Canio apologises for his side's lack of "fire and ferocity" in their 6-1 defeat by Aston Villa.

Christian Benteke hits a hat-trick as Aston Villa thrash Sunderland to move five points clear of the Premier League drop zone.

Sunderland boss Paolo Di Canio says he feared the sack in the immediate controversy over his appointment.

Police investigating trouble that broke out following the Tyne-Wear derby release 20 more images of people they want to trace.

A total of 47 people are arrested after football fans clashed following the Tyne-Wear derby.

Manager Paolo Di Canio says Sunderland cannot consider themselves safe from relegation despite victory over Everton.