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Granit Xhaka - Still working on return Xhaka (ankle) is progressing well in his recovery as he works toward a full return at his best level, said coach Regis Le Bris in the press conference. "There is no major update at...

Impact Xhaka is progressing well in his recovery and is targeting a return in a few weeks against Fulham. The midfielder is an undisputed starter, having started all 23 matches prior to his injury while scoring one goal and providing five assists during that span, and his absence remains a significant blow for his side.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Sunderland Loses an Attacking Player as He Heads to AS Monaco Sunderland obtained a more than positive triumph against Burnley by 3-0, making it clear that its ambition to move into the first positions...

6 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Sunderland Emerges as Market-Value Rival to Premier League's Established Clubs Sunderland continues preparing their squad to achieve an almost unthinkable objective in their return to the Premier League, and that is to...

6 DAYS AGO • SI.COM

Robin Roefs - Easy clean sheet Roefs had no saves and allowed zero goals in Monday's 3-0 win against Burnley.

Impact Roefs didn't face a shot during Monday's win. It was one of the easiest performances he's likely to have throughout his time in the top flight. He was never tested, didn't need to make a save and still came away with a win and clean sheet. The goalkeeper will have a far harder task against Arsenal next time out.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Nordi Mukiele - Two shots in win Mukiele registered two shots (zero on goal), three crosses (one accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 3-0 victory against Burnley.

Impact Mukiele took two shots and created a pair of chances during Monday's win. The defender was solid throughout the match and finally got a chance to stretch his legs offensively. For the most part his role has been more conservative in the Premier League, but against weaker opponents he's still a solid attacking full-back.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Reinildo Mandava - Assists Monday Reinildo assisted once to go with one shot (zero on goal), one cross (zero accurate) and two chances created in Monday's 3-0 victory against Burnley.

Impact Reinildo provided one assist during Monday's win, making the most of his two chances created. On the whole it was an excellent showing and Reinildo caused problems for Burnley throughout the match. He could have had a couple other goal contributions, but this performance was nothing to scoff at, even if more was possible.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Chemsdine Talbi - Scores Monday Talbi scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal) and two chances created in Monday's 3-0 win versus Burnley.

Impact Talbi scored during Monday's clash, making the most of his only shot on goal and creating a pair of chances. It was a strong performance all around, and Talbi did well throughout the match. He could have had an assist or two with some better finishing around him, but still a dominant win with a goal and no shots allowed is an excellent performance for the entire team.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Habib Diarra - Nets in win Diarra scored one goal to go with two shots (one on goal), two crosses (zero accurate) and one chance created in Monday's 3-0 victory against Burnley.

Impact Diarra had an excellent showing in a total rout of Burnley on Monday. The midfielder had all the space in the world to work, and ended up scoring and could have had an assist as well. In the end he settled for a totally dominant win and a goal during a clash of two promoted sides.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

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Omar Alderete - Limps off Monday Alderete (undisclosed) limped off in the 86th minute of Monday's 3-0 victory against Burnley, according to VAVEL.

Impact Alderete picked up an apparent issue late in Monday's win against the Clarets after being forced off the pitch while limping. The center back is expected to be evaluated in the coming days to determine the extent of the issue and whether he will need to miss time to recover. If that proves to be the case, Nordi Mukiele would likely step into central defense, with Trai Hume shifting back into a more defensive role for the Black Cats.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

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Diarra gets Sunderland off on the right foot in drubbing of Burnley

Senegal international Habib Diarra has scored one and made another in Sunderland’s 3-0 win over Burnley in the Premier League

FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press

Chemsdine Talbi's BELTER puts Sunderland 3-0 up over Burnley | Premier League

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Habib Diarra's shot deflects in to give Sunderland lead over Burnley | Premier League

FEBRUARY 2 • YOUTUBE

Nilson David Angulo Ramirez - Joins Sunderland Angulo has completed a transfer to Sunderland from Anderlecht, subject to international clearance.

Impact Angulo is going to move to England this winter, with the forward signing a deal of four-and-a-half-years with Sunderland. He is coming off a breakout season in Belgium, recording seven goals and eight assists in 30 appearances, proving to be a young talent with promise. The big question is can he make the jump to the Premier League level of play, needing some time to incorporate to the team before they test his abilities.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Sunderland AFC vs. Burnley FC Prediction, Picks, Live Odds – Feb. 2 The second league matchup between Sunderland AFC and Burnley FC this season is on Monday at Stadium of Light, after Burnley won the first me...

FEBRUARY 2 • BLEACHERNATION.COM

Sunderland AFC vs. Burnley FC Prediction, Odds, Picks - Feb 2

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FEBRUARY 2 • Data Skrive

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Melker Ellborg - Signs with Sunderland Ellborg has signed with Sunderland from Malmo, according to his new club.

Impact Ellborg is off to England for the next stage of his career, joining Sunderland on a deal until the summer of 2030. This will give the club a new backup option in net, with the 22-year-old a player with promise moving forward, serving as Malmo's starter recently. That said, he will look to make a push for their starting role in the coming seasons, with Robin Roefs the current starter for the club.

FEBRUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Bertrand Traore - Will need three more weeks Traore (knee) is expected to be sidelined for the next three weeks, manager Regis Le Bris told media during Friday's press conference. "[Bertrand] Traore needs probably three weeks...

Impact Traore has yet to play for Sunderland since returning from the AFCON, and based on this time, don't expect the forward to be an option until late February in a best-case scenario. He only has one goal in the current EPL campaign, and Trai Hume has been starting at right midfield in his absence -- even though he's a player with a completely different profile.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

Granit Xhaka - Needs another three weeks Xhaka (ankle) is set for assessment in the next week and is likely to miss around three more weeks, according to manager Regis Le Bris."Granit is doing well. We will assess him in...

Impact Xhaka is going to see more testing on his injury this week, but is not yet set for a return, with the midfielder expected to miss another three weeks. This sets him up with a return as they near the end of February, a rough loss as they continue without their engine in the midfield. He will likely eye a return to the field when facing Fulham on Feb. 22, although that is yet to be confirmed.

JANUARY 30 • ROTOWIRE

'Sunshine after a thunderstorm' - Departing Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner puts on a happy face after explosive outburst following Marc Guehi sale & own exit announcement

Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner says he is "100% committed" to the club until the end of the season despite launching a scathing attack o...

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'Sunshine after a thunderstorm' - Departing Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner puts on a happy face after explosive outburst following Marc Guehi sale & own exit announcement

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JANUARY 24 • YOUTUBE

West Ham 3-1 Sunderland: Nuno's team edge closer to safety with convincing victory West Ham comfortably beat Sunderland to register back-to-back Premier League victories and put the pressure on their relegation rivals.

JANUARY 24 • BEINSPORTS.COM

Brian Brobbey gives Sunderland lifeline against West Ham | Premier League

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Jarrod Bowen's penalty doubles West Ham's lead over Sunderland | Premier League

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