Granit Xhaka showed exactly why Sunderland signed him in memorable moment against Brentford
Sunderland scored a dramatic last-minute winner to beat Brentford 2-1 on Saturday. The Black Cats had fallen behind to a headed goal from Igor Thiago…
Joe Elvin
Joe graduated with a Bachelors degree in Multi-Media Journalism from Bournemouth University in 2009. He joined Breaking Media in 2025 as a football writer to cover breaking news across the Premier League, EFL and Scottish Premiership.
Articles by Joe Elvin
Alan Shearer can’t help himself as Gary Lineker asks Sunderland fans for forgiveness after slipping up
Sunderland are in the lofty heights of seventh place after two games in the Premier League. Sunderland comfortably won their opening game 3-0 against West…
Sunderland won’t be bullied as Triantis and Derby County bid details emerge
Sunderland are starting to build a squad that stands a fighting chance of Premier League survival. The Mackems sealed a major coup by confirming the…
Sunderland have double Xhaka boost as long-term plan in place
Granit Xhaka is officially a Sunderland player, and it looks as if he could have an impact at the club long after he’s retired. Sunderland…
Paul Merson astounded at Sunderland transfer news he’s heard from Florida
Sunderland will be entering the Premier League as underdogs, but their fans and players will try to enjoy every moment of it. Regis Le Bris…
Nectar Triantis exit twist as Sunderland contract details emerge
Sunderland midfielder Nectarios Triantis’ future remains in doubt. The Australian is back with the Sunderland squad after spending last season on loan with Hibernian, but…
Hearts v Sunderland: Weather update, ticket details, travel information
Sunderland travel to Edinburgh to take on Hearts on Saturday in their latest pre-season friendly. This pre-season fixture is a testimonial for ex-Sunderland goalkeeper Craig…
‘Sunderland ready deal to sign Doucoure’ in statement signing by Kyril-Louis Dreyfus
Sunderland are yet to make a ‘statement signing’ that confirms their intentions to fight to stay in the Premier League, but that might be about…
Sunderland ‘accept defeat’ as Aleksic exit news emerges from Serbia
Milan Aleksic was signed by Sunderland with a fair amount of expectation resting on his shoulders. The 19-year-old Serbian midfielder was bought from FK Radnički…
Sunderland ‘have perfect plan for Johnstone raid’ after confirmed Wolves exit
Sunderland are working hard to build a team capable of surviving in the Premier League after their remarkable playoff final victory. The Mackems defied the…