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Haway The Podcast | CHATTING SHITE WITH A PINT | Meeting Burwell, Elvis Away Kit & Brilliant Brobbey
The Lads were over at the Stadium of Light for a supporters meeting, so rather than waste an opportunity they headed afterwards to Sheepfolds for a pint and to chat some shite! Join Gav, Andrew, James and Ian as they mull over all kinds, including: All this and more! Get subscribed to Haway The Podcast […]
Where Are They Now? The Academy prospects who left Sunderland
News broke last week that Liam Ogunsuyi, the 14-year-old younger brother of Trey, had been “deregistered” from Sunderland’s Academy, meaning he is now able to register with another club. Although Sunderland will be due compensation, it will be a pittance compared to his value should he make it to the Premier League in the future. […]
Sunderland’s Potential Summer Departures Part 2: Midfielders and Attackers
On Monday we looked into Sunderland’s potential departures from the defensive group. Today, we’re moving further up the pitch and looking at the midfield and attack. Which deadwood will be leaving, who may be going out on loan, as well as whether we can expect any high-profile departures. Midfield & Wingers Starting off in the […]
England, Ageing and the Slow Death of Tournament Magic
I’m 50. Physically, at least. That number comes as something of a shock when you realise you’re now officially edging into the category of “old”. My mind still insists I’m 18. My body, meanwhile, has appointed itself head of the opposition and submits regular evidence to the contrary. Some things definitely change as you get […]
On This Day (25 June 2003): “I’ll Be Back” Threatens Laslandes!
After the horrendous Howard Wilkinson-inspired relegation of 2003, we could have done with a Terminator to get rid of a few unwanted wages. As it was, we had some of our players demanding to be let go, or threatening us they’d return to the club! The whole thing was a mess at this point. Because […]
Chris Rigg And European Football: A True Sunderland Romance
At some stage during the 2026/2027 season, there’s a very good chance that Chris Rigg’s name will feature in a Sunderland matchday squad, and maybe even in the starting eleven, for one of our Europa League fixtures. Whether at home or away, and regardless of the opponent, it really won’t make a great deal of […]
Haway The Podcast | Q&A – PART 2 | Departures, Legends, Photos & Time Machines!
There were so many questions we needed a second part! We had some corkers for Andrew & Jonny to muse along with Chris! On today’s show… All this and more! Get subscribed to Haway The Podcast so you never miss another episode of our free daily show. Want to get in touch with us? You […]
Sunderland Must Strike A Fair Balance With Their European Pricing
Sunderland AFC don’t tell you to expect the unexpected — it’s priced in with events on Wearside these days. The wider support are rightly not party to the internal workings of the club — the transfer targets, the deals that are close and the long-term ambitions. It’s understood that supporters just won’t see things coming: […]
Sliding Doors: Sunderland’s Alternative Timeline!
Since appointing Régis Le Bris two years ago this week, most Sunderland fans would agree the studious Frenchman has brought the good times to Wearside perhaps like nobody else before him — and at the very least, he’s firmly in the conversation alongside Peter Reid, Bob Stokoe and Mick Buxton. With football famously being a […]
On This Day (24th June): Murray, Cowie and the Sunderland Power Struggle of 1993
The 1992/93 season had finished with Bob Murray under pressure, seemingly on all footballing fronts. Sunderland were onto their third manager in as many years, we had only just avoided relegation, Roker Park appeared to be falling down around our ears and, with fans already digging chairman Murray out, a former chairman had waded into […]
Brian Brobbey Is Far More Than Just A Sunderland Cult Hero!
Brian Brobbey’s first season in the Premier League had Sunderland fans and Premier League defenders taking notice. It was the first time in a long time that I felt like our club had that talismanic, ‘cult hero’ striker. Of course, I loved the likes of Rosco in recent times, but it just feels different in […]
Haway The Podcast | Q&A – PART 1 | Decorating, World Cup Signings & European Adventures!
We haven’t had a Q&A for a while so Andrew & Jonny join Chris to try and answer all of your questions! A big thank you once again because they are always fantastic and hopefully we answer one or two! On today’s show… All this and more! Get subscribed to Haway The Podcast so you […]
Brian Brobbey: Sunderland And The Netherlands’ Unstoppable Force!
On his first start for ‘Oranje’ at the 2026 World Cup, our terrific striker announced himself in what we’ve come to know as a ‘classic’ Brian Brobbey performance. Throughout the game, he highlighted the unique skill set he possesses — initiating contact, pinning defenders, perfect passing, linking play and showing a brilliant striker’s instinct in […]
On This Day (23 June 1997): Sunderland Prepare To Move Into A New Éire
1997 witnessed a summer of change on Wearside, as Sunderland AFC prepared for a new challenge in a new environment. An unfortunate relegation from the Premiership on the final day of 1996/1997 meant that the brand new ‘Wearmouth Stadium’ — as it was commonly referred to prior officially being named as the Stadium of Light […]
Losing Eliezer Mayenda Could Be A Fumble From Sunderland
He’s one of a handful of current Sunderland players that without whose contributions, we wouldn’t be a Premier League club, currently skippered by Granit Xhaka and planning for a second season of top flight football and a Europa League campaign to boot. When Eliezer Mayenda reacted sharply to Milan van Ewijk’s woefully underhit backpass at […]
The Unofficial Myers-Briggs For Sunderland Supporters
Psychologists have spent decades trying to sort people into neat little boxes. Myers-Briggs has sixteen personality types. Other systems use colours, traits and behavioural profiles. Which got me wondering… What personality types relate to Sunderland supporters? With the Premier League fixtures now published, it feels like the perfect moment to ask. After all, what personality […]
Haway The Podcast | THE G-FORCE (Pt3) | “The End Of An Era”
This morning we’ve got the third and final part of our G-Force trilogy, looking back at Eric Gates and Marco Gabbiadini’s time at Sunderland, and the glorious finish of the 89-90 season! On today’s show, Martin, Kelvin and Andrew look back at: Eric Gates’ retirement plans – will he, or won’t he? (He’d have been […]
Editorial | Brobbey The Poster Boy For Summer Transfer Targets
I’ve almost got used to experiencing new football supporting emotions this season – winning important games with last-minute goals, going toe-to-toe with the country’s best, internationally renowned players joining the club, and qualifying for Europe through the league. They’re the type of things that we’ve seen other clubs’ fans experience as a matter of course, […]
A Love Letter To Régis Le Bris!
Two years to the day since Régis Le Bris was appointed as Sunderland manager, I want to express my sincere gratitude for what he has given us over the last two seasons in charge. Pain, misery and heartbreak often comes with the territory of being a football fan, but for Sunderland supporters, the last eight […]
Sunderland’s Potential Summer Departures Part One: Goalkeepers And Defenders
After an outstanding return to the Premier League that delivered a seventh-place finish and a place in Europe, Sunderland find themselves entering one of the most important summers in recent memory. The challenge facing Régis Le Bris and Florent Ghisolfi is clear: strengthen a squad that exceeded expectations last season while ensuring it’s equipped to […]
Sun, Sunderland, And A Trip To France!
The Pointer Sisters had it right in 1982 — “I’m so excited, I just can’t hide it.” My twenty seven-year-old son and I are booked up to go and watch the pre-season game away at RC Lens on 8 August. We’re staying over for a three-night long weekend in Lens and have done it for […]
From 16th to Europe – Two Years Of Le Bris’ Sunderland Revolution
In May 2024, Sunderland finished a disappointing season in 16th place in the Championship, slumping to a 2-0 home defeat against Sheffield Wednesday. At this point, we’d been without a permanent head coach since mid-February, when Michael Beale was sacked. Mike Dodds was at the helm for the final third of the campaign, which fizzled […]
Régis Le Bris Is Doing It His Way At Sunderland
There’s an imminent announcement coming about a multi-year partnership between Elvis Presley and Sunderland AFC, which may even coincide with another multi-year partnership — the one between Régis Le Bris and Sunderland AFC, as today marks the two-year anniversary of his appointment as head coach. He’s the first head coach or manager to be in […]
On This Day (22nd June 1993): Chamberlain Arrives as Butcher Begins Sunderland Rebuild
Twelve months to the day after Malcolm Crosby’s Sunderland pushed Liverpool close at Wembley in the FA Cup final, Terry Butcher’s side survived dropping to the third tier by the skin of their teeth. After the initial boost of winning two of his first three games as player-manager, Butcher’s Sunderland won just three of the […]
Haway The Podcast | ROOM 101 — PT 2 | Throw Ins, 5-a-Side & Annoying Away Fans
If you haven’t listened to part one you might be waiting for this part two of our room 101! Jonny and Andrew move away from World Cup picks to get going on some of their football pet hates! On today’s show… All this and more! Get subscribed to Haway The Podcast so you never miss […]
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