Sunderland defender Dan Ballard admits he was 'surprised' to be selected ahead of Chris Mepham for play-off opener at Coventry City.

Dan Ballard produced a stunning display away against Coventry City in the first-leg of the Championship play-off semi-finals ...

Sunderland know they are only at the halfway stage, but are confident of defending their 2-1 lead at the Stadium of Light on ...

With a 1-2 lead from the first leg, what would be the best approach for Sunderland as we welcome Coventry to Wearside?

So, I hereby eat a decent-sized slice of humble pie, and despite the tie having gone in our favour, I will hear no talk of ...

Lots of people have been eating humble pie having criticised Régis Le Bris for his approach to the playoffs, but the job is ...