David Moyes seems to have truly lost plot and looks unable to ‘slap’ himself out of quagmire

Striker scores twice from the spot to earn Sunderland a priceless and deserved point

Sunderland’s woes bring much pleasure to the Newcastle faithful in topsy-turvy rivalry

Black Cats owner Ellis Short given urgent reminder that investment is needed before transfer deadline

Talks over compensation package for Sunderland delay announcement of new deal

The club want a swift resolution and are disappointed at no official contact from FA

English FA keen to speak to Sunderland manager and USA boss Jürgen Klinsmann

Sam Allardyce’s side already in trouble but sex scandal may have its own lasting effects

Allardyce: ‘I hope to be able to help to bring the stability and success that everyone wants’

‘I have made the decision after only eight games to give time to turn things around’

Leicester City top the league after West Ham win while Swansea dominate Newcastle

Former Dutch manager persuaded to have re-think by Ellis Short

The transfer window opens in a month’s time, who needs to sign what, team-by-team

Arsenal trip sees club seeking one more point to ensure survival in Premier League

Ireland’s defence will have to watch out for 21-year-old striker during Aviva clash

Former Holland and Rangers boss replaces Gus Poyet at Stadium of Light until end of season

Negotiations underway to bring Dick Advocaat in as new boss at the Stadium of Light

Uruguayan will be shown Stadium of Light door following 4-0 defeat to Aston Villa

Anglo loans secured against well- known Dublin pubs

Highly self-critical and self-aware, Roy Keane’s autobiography-as-confessional delivers wit and wisdom – of sorts – but fails to break the sports book mould