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Regis Le Bris was delighted to see Timur Tutierov seize his chance in Sunderland’s starting side at Lech Poznan last night

Kim Hellberg believes the sky is the limit for Amario Cozier-Duberry, who can go on to become "one of the best wingers in the game", says his head coach

Askham Bryan College and Harrogate Town launch a female football academy, combining coaching, fixtures and sports qualifications, with trials October 28

Regis Le Bris felt his Sunderland side delivered the “right reaction” to a difficult weekend as they claimed a Europa League draw with Lech Poznan

How Sunderland players rated in the Europa League draw with Lech Poznan

Sunderland's 100 per cent start to life in the Europa League might be over, but after their domestic woes worsened at Bournemouth at the weekend, the Black Cats once again saw continental competition provide a welcome tonic

Nordi Mukiele and Granit Xhaka have both been named in Sunderland's starting line-up for this evening's Europa League game at Lech Poznan

Bruno Guimaraes opens up on his decision to leave Newcastle United for Arsenal in the summer

Kim Hellberg confirms Middlesbrough's team selection plan for Bolton and updates on the injury news

Our predicted Sunderland starting XI ahead of the Europa League tie against Lech Poznan

Tommy Conway discusses his shift from centre-forward to left wing under Kim Hellberg at Middlesbrough

MIDDLESBROUGH FC are celebrating a notable anniversary. They are in the second tier of English football, dreaming of winning promotion to the top flight to make their jubilee year truly memorable.

Newcastle United releases a new version of Geordie anthem The Blaydon Races, featuring Newcastle Cathedral’s historic organ, Hector Gannet and Northumbrian pipes.

Regis Le Bris updates on Sunderland's injury situation ahead of the Europa League tie against Lech Poznan and Premier League clash against Leeds United

We're giving away two pairs of tickets for Sunderland's Premier League game against Leeds United this coming Sunday

Jonny Howson, Andrew Taylor and Craig Hignett were the special guests at the first You Are My Boro live event organised by the Northern Echo this week

Darlington are close to signing off on ambitious plans for a new academy set-up that could see around 100 US youngsters a year paying to join

The story of Neto Borges' resurgence at Middlesbrough

Darlington FC chairman David Johnston says talks over the club's long-term stadium plans are continuing, with discussions ongoing between the club, Darlington Borough Council and other stakeholders.

Kim Hellberg won't shirk the big decisions if he feels they'll benefit his Middlesbrough side and will continue to do what he feels is necessary to make sure his star players don't burn out

Sunderland return to European action on Thursday when they take on Lech Poznan in their latest game in the Europa League

Sunderland are yet to make a decision on how Newcastle supporters will be treated when they visit the Stadium of Light for May’s second derby game

Regis Le Bris has told his Sunderland players to “show resilience” and provide a strong reaction to Sunday’s 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth

Connor Barron hasn't yet played a minute for Middlesbrough since joining from Rangers on loan

Sunderland have criticised the decision to make December's Tyne-Wear derby against Newcastle United at St James' Park a 'bubble fixture'

Steve Watson stood on the touchline on Saturday looking and sounding like a beaten a man

Steve Watson has parted company with Darlington by mutual consent, with the club having begun the process of searching for a new manager

All four of Sunderland's pre-Christmas Premier League matches in December have been rearranged for live TV coverage

Three of Newcastle United's Premier League matches in December have been rearranged because of live TV coverage

Sunderland supporters will be bused to St James' Park for the first derby game of the season against Newcastle United

Robin Roefs insists there is no sense of panic despite Sunderland finding themselves in the Premier League relegation zone

Joelinton insists Matthias Jaissle’s tactics are not the reason for Newcastle United’s flatlining form this season

Nordi Mukiele's post-match comments exposed the scale of Sunderland's problems - what now needs to change with Regis Le Bris and his players?

Regis Le Bris has played down Sunderland striker Brian Brobbey’s ongoing injury issues

Tommy Conway's first goal of the season for Middlesbrough felt extra special after his double summer heartbreak

Shildon's Padel Tonic is building a growing community around the sport while exploring plans for a championship court, café and wellness facilities.

Northern School of Art students showcased their work with animations displayed in Riverside Stadium for Middlesbrough's 150th anniversary match against Wolves.

Richmond Castle 10k Race Report - Sunday October 11, 2026

The Jarman family is making a name for themselves in the sport of obstacle course racing.

Regis Le Bris admits Sunderland’s league position is “a worry” after the club’s Premier League woes continued with a 2-0 defeat at Bournemouth

Omar Alderete and Kevin Danso both score 2 out of 10 in Sunderland's 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium

Kevin Danso was sent off in the first half as Sunderland's poor domestic form continued with a 2-0 defeat to Bournemouth at the Vitality Stadium

Timur Tutierov will make his second Sunderland start in the space of four days at Bournemouth this afternoon

Analysis of Middlesbrough's 2-2 draw with Cardiff City at the Riverside

Darlington manager Steve Watson admitted changes might be necessary after his side were beaten by a last-minute goal at Telford

Will Lankshear was left out of Middlesbrough's starting XI for Saturday's Championship game against Cardiff City

Noah Sadiki says it is important to be patient with the players who are being promoted to Sunderland’s first team by Regis Le Bris

KIM Hellberg says the number of goals Middlesbrough are conceding is a "bit weird" considering they're not giving their opponents many chances.

Matthias Jaissle says he got the reaction he wanted from his Newcastle United side against Aston Villa, despite falling to a second successive defeat

Johan Manzambi scored the only goal of the game as Aston Villa clinched a 1-0 win over Newcastle at St James' Park