North East Sport

Newcastle United will seek clarity on Joao Pedro's intentions this summer before firming up their interest with a formal bid for the Brighton forward

Former Arsenal and Chelsea defender Ashley Cole praises Newcastle's Tino Livramento

England seamer Matthew Potts excelled with a superb T20 career best five for 17 as dominant Durham ran through Yorkshire en-route to a six-wicket Vitality Blast victory at York Cricket Club

Former Middlesbrough loan flop Lukas Nmecha is set to join Leeds United

An incident which saw a cygnet struck and killed by a rowing boat dampened the otherwise cheery mood at Durham Regatta on Saturday.

Theo Walcott is full of praise for Newcastle defender Tino Livramento

What we've learned about Sunderland's planning for the Premier League in the weeks since their play-off final success at Wembley

Racing got underway at the Durham Regatta today (Saturday, June 14) with the welcome onset of sunshine warming up spectators lining the River Wear banksides in the city.

The Club World Cup will be using an extended format for the 2025 tournament, and here is how you can watch all the games for free in the UK

Aston Villa's Kaine Kesler-Hayden impressed on loan at Preston last season and is now interesting several Championship clubs

We explore Sunderland transfer priorities, fears and surprises ahead of their return to the Premier League

Hibs face fresh competition from clubs in the MLS in the battle to sign Sunderland's Nectar Triantis this summer, according to fresh reports

Crystal Palace could be set to rival Sunderland for the signing of Millwall defender Japhet Tanganga - but only if Newcastle are finally successful in their long-running pursuit of Marc Guehi.

Ex-Sunderland boss Simon Grayson is the new manager of Hartlepool United

Lynden Armstrong, 14, from Newcastle, has been selected for the Team England squad travelling to Carrara in Italy in October for the WTKA Unified Muay Thai World championships

Newcastle United women's captain Amber-Keegan Stobbs has thanked fans in an emotional farewell after her shock departure from the club

The River Wear will be a hive of activity over the weekend as hundreds of competitors take part in the 192nd Durham Regatta.

Competitors from a school with a reputation for rowing will be taking part in the Durham Regatta this weekend, backed by a leading regional employer.

Myo Muscle Gym, located in Peterlee, County Durham, which featured in the Netflix film Jackdaw, has hosted its inaugural strongman and strongwoman competition.

Sunderland full-back Trai Hume looks ahead to the Black Cats' return to the Premier League

Assessing the top priorities for Middlesbrough's next head coach

Newcastle United's stalled transfer dealing so far this summer has led to two major concerns

Kristjaan Speakman has hailed Tommy Watson for the way he handled the challenging weeks that followed his Brighton transfer confirmation

Ex-Middlesbrough manager Chris Wilder is fighting for his job at Sheffield United

The PFA has called Sheffield Wednesday’s repeated failure to pay players on time “unacceptable” and accused the club of failing to communicate properly with its employees

Keel Crossing has been confirmed as the name for Sunderland’s new city footbridge.

The Tour of the Reservoir cycling event is returning to Consett as part of the Lloyds National Road Series - back for the first time since 2019 due to the pandemic.

Hibernian are desperate to make Nectar Triantis' loan move from Sunderland permanent this summer

Sunderland have announced a game against Spanish side Sevilla as part of their pre-season trip to Portugal.

Newcastle United are facing strong competition from Arsenal as their pursue their leading summer defensive target Marc Guehi.

Jobe Bellingham completed his transfer from Sunderland to Borussia Dortmund earlier this week

Kristjaan Speakman insists Sunderland are in a “good spot” with regard to Regis Le Bris’ contract.

Middlesbrough are stepping up their search for a new head coach, with three candidates currently the leading options to replace Michael Carrick.

Hull have appointed Sergej Jakirovic as their new head coach

Rowers are honing their skills and preparing their boats for the annual test of speed and endurance on the River Wear in Durham this weekend.

Legendary football manager Peter Reid is set to return to the North-East to commemorate 30 years since he took the helm at Sunderland AFC.

What were the main talking points as England suffered a 3-1 defeat to Senegal at the City Ground?

Jobe Bellingham has completed his move from Sunderland to Borussia Dortmund

Middlesbrough are focusing on a three-man shortlist as they approach the final stages of their search for a new head coach.

Newcastle United are confident they can land long-term target James Trafford this summer after re-opening talks with Burnley

Samuel Iling-Junior feels his time at Middlesbrough has turned him into a better player - and has praised former Boro boss Michael Carrick.

Manchester City have announced the signing of goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli from Chelsea

Spennymoor legend Glen Taylor is to be rewarded for his longevity and all that he's achieved at the club with a testimonial match at Brewery Field this summer.

Jobe Bellingham has said an emotional farewell to Sunderland, telling fans he will "love and remember them fondly" for the rest of his life

Teesside’s rising golfing star Tom Hartshorne has soared to the top of the European Under-16 rankings - and he is not in the mood to stop there.

Neither Steven Gerrard or Marti Cifuentes are under consideration to become Middlesbrough's new head coach

Sunderland will take on Portuguese giants Sporting CP during their pre-season trip to the Algarve.

Why Jobe Bellingham's move to Borussia Dortmund is a 'model' signing for Sunderland

Newcastle United will continue to monitor Jack Grealish’s situation at Manchester City – but the England international is not a priority target.

Hayden Hackney's joy at his selection for the European Under-21 Championships was tempered by Michael Carrick’s exit from Middlesbrough.