Wise Men Say

Richard Easterbrook and Jimmy Reay look ahead to Sunderland's FA Cup third round tie against Stoke City!

Back to back wins keeps Sunderland right in the mix for promotion. Portsmouth made it tough and it was a real scrappy affair but The Lads could and should have won by more. Stephen and Gareth discuss. 

Richard Easterbrook is joined by Michael Lough and Jimmy Reay to preview the visit of Portsmouth to the Stadium of Light, and to discuss Sunderland's 2-1 win over Sheffield United on New Year's Day.

Eleanor McCabe is joined by Gareth Barker for some post-game reaction as Sunderland got their 2025 off to a winning start with victory over Sheffield United, a win which puts the Black Cats just two points from the automatic promotion places.

What should have been four points became one, thanks to conceding two last minute goals, at Blackburn and Stoke respectively. Now we have a big one at home to Sheffield United. Stephen, Rick and Eleanor also discuss what needs doing in the January window. 

Gareth and Richard discuss the win over Norwich and our festive fixtures.

That was a bit ropey at times wasn't it? But as always, this young group of lads just don't stop. Eleanor and Mick are joined by Jimmy in the pub after the match. 

Stephen hosts. How do Rick, Eleanor, Micky, Jimmy, and guest podcaster Graham Falk do? Play along at home too. 

Gareth and Eleanor discuss the fantastic comeback victory at Swansea City.