Marco Gabbiadini says Sunderland's start to the season "could not have been better." Speaking on BBC Radio Newcastle, the former Black Cats striker said Sunderland have "absolutely nailed" getting points on the board. "To be fifth in the table is a hugely impressive start to the season," Gabbiadini said.

John Wilson feels that the Lads are worthy of greater respect, but that going under the radar could beneficial as well!

Sunderland had attempted to lure Amad back to the Stadium of Light on two occasions, but the young forward had already established himself as a crucial part of United's first-team squad following his successful spell with the Black Cats.

Sunderland's hot start has been a topic of query on our 'Ask Me Anything' form. Some of you want to know just how good this early season form is in a historical context for the club. This is Sunderland's 17th season in the Premier League but the first in which they've reached a double figure points tally after six games.

Sunderland are making headlines again in the Premier League after climbing the table with an away victory against Nottingham Forest on Matchday 6.

Regis Le Bris' side showcased their resilience by claiming a point against Aston Villa despite being reduced to 10 men in the first half

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Sunderland were one of the protagonists of the summer transfer window, and are expected to be talked about again in January.

When former Gunner Granit Xhaka joined Sunderland over the summer, it’s fair to say the expectation was that he’d moved to a side whose primary focus would be avoiding relegation. Xhaka effectively admitted as much,

The latest Sunderland news ahead of the Black Cats trip to Old Trafford where they'll face Manchester United and a familiar face this weekend

As Altay Bayindir continues to struggle at Manchester United, and the problematic Andre Onana is loaned out to Trabzonspor after a string of errors, a lot rests on the shoulders of Senne Lammens, the 23-year-old glovesman signed from Royal Antwerp for £18.2m on transfer deadline day.