Chris Barrass

Chris Barrass

Sports Journalist · 92 articles

Sunderland V Aston Villa: Predicted XI
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Sunderland V Aston Villa: Predicted XI

Sunderland take on Aston Villa on Saturday in what is an absolutely crucial relegation clash for the two sides. The Black Cats sit 19th in the table with 12 points – 7 away from safety – whilst the Villains are still in single figures. There are huge injury concerns for the Black Cats. Younes Kaboul […]

Sunderland 0-1 Liverpool: Player Ratings
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Sunderland 0-1 Liverpool: Player Ratings

Sunderland succumbed to a fifth consecutive defeat as Christian Benteke’s goal early in the second half secured the three points for Liverpool. The Black Cats are now in even deeper trouble, with the Lads 7 points adrift of safety. Despite a much-improved display from Sam Allardyce’s side, there is cause for concern for the manager. […]

Townsend set for Sunderland move
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Townsend set for Sunderland move

Sunderland have all but completed a deal for Tottenham Hotspur winger Andros Townsend, according to the Independent. The 24-year-old will significantly increase his £40,000 a week wages at the Stadium of Light, whilst Spurs will receive as much as £14 million for the Englishman according to some reports. Rivals Newcastle, Watford and West Brom have […]

What to Look out for against Liverpool
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What to Look out for against Liverpool

Sunderland take on Liverpool at the Stadium of Light tomorrow with neither team in the best of form. The Black Cats come on the back of four consecutive defeats – the most recent of which was a 4-1 defeat to Manchester City on Boxing Day. Liverpool have only won one of their last four. Sunderland […]

Manchester City 4-1 Sunderland: Player Ratings
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Manchester City 4-1 Sunderland: Player Ratings

The Black Cats were humbled once again yesterday as Manchester City eased four past Sunderland. Raheem Sterling’s header, Toure’s long-range strike, a header from Bony and a close-range chance from De Bruyne secured the rout for the Citizens before Fabio Borini got one back for the visitors. It could’ve been worse for the visitors had Wilfried […]

Bringing people in the only way forward – Allardyce
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Bringing people in the only way forward – Allardyce

Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce believes that some serious transfer work in January is going to be the only way to save the Black Cats from relegation, according to Sky Sports. His comments come after the Black Cats found themselves 3-0 down inside 22 minutes yesterday, with Manchester City tearing Sunderland apart in just 10 minutes. […]

SAFC Predicted XI: Manchester City vs Sunderland
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SAFC Predicted XI: Manchester City vs Sunderland

Chelsea welcomed Guus Hiddink to Stamford Bridge with a 3-1 victory over the Black Cats, who were once again largely responsible for their own downfall. Poor marking from Sebastian Coates led to Chelsea taking an early two goal lead, before Costel Pantilimon conceded a penalty that Oscar duly converted. Duncan Watmore went close for the […]

Sebastian Coates out of Chelsea clash
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Sebastian Coates out of Chelsea clash

Sunderland visit newly managerless Chelsea this weekend in what, surprisingly, could well be a relegation six-pointer. The Black Cats head into the game on the back of a 1-0 loss against Watford, whilst Chelsea lost 2-1 to Leicester on Monday night. Big Sam has been speaking to the media today and has given his latest […]

Sunderland 0 Watford 1: What we learnt
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Sunderland 0 Watford 1: What we learnt

Sunderland slumped to their 10th defeat of the season against Watford, leaving the Black Cats two points from safety in 19th place in the table. A slow start from Sunderland allowed Odion Ighalo to poke home from close range in the fourth minute, but it could so easily have been more before half time. Fabio […]

Gunners defeat Black Cats in North London
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Gunners defeat Black Cats in North London

Olivier Giroud scored a goal for each side as the Black Cats’ momentum came to a halt during a great game in London. The Black Cats wasted several opportunities to take the lead in the first half, with Fabio Borini firing a golden opportunity straight at the legs of Petr Cech. Sunderland were made to […]

Watmore wants new Sunderland deal
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Watmore wants new Sunderland deal

Sunderland hot shot Duncan Watmore wants to sign a new contract with the Black Cats, according to the Sunderland Echo. Watmore, 21, has impressed this season – scoring twice and earning his first start for the Lads against Southampton. He also put in a man of the match performance for England Under 21s on Monday, […]

Sunderland after Celtic midfielder?
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Sunderland after Celtic midfielder?

Sunderland are thought to be monitoring Celtic’s impressive midfielder Nir Bitton, according to the Evening Times. The 6′ 5″ Israeli has been scouted several times over recent weeks by many Premier League clubs in both SPL games and the Champions League, with the Black Cats thought to be on that list. The Black Cats, currently […]