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Tag: Steve Bruce

Ignore the points - Steve Bruce isn't doing a good job at Newcastle United

Ignore the points – Steve Bruce isn’t doing a good job at Newcastle United

February 24, 2020 by Jake Jackman

Jake Jackman takes a look at the underlying numbers at Newcastle United and explains why they make grim reading for Steve Bruce.

Poyet sacked but problems run deeper for Sunderland

Poyet sacked but problems run deeper for Sunderland

March 17, 2015 by James Hunt

James Hunt believes that getting rid of Gus Poyet won’t solve the bigger issues at the Stadium of Light.

Dare to dream? Wake-up call for Sunderland fans

Dare to dream? Wake-up call for Sunderland fans

March 12, 2014 by James Hunt

James Hunt was less than impressed with the Mackem’s abysmal performance in the FA Cup quarter final against Hull City.

Gus Poyet must show he isn't another Di Canio

Gus Poyet must show he isn’t another Di Canio

October 9, 2013 by James Hunt

James Hunt discusses the new man in at the Stadium of Light.

Use the force, Sunderland...

Use the force, Sunderland…

March 29, 2013 by James Hunt

James Hunt looks at Sunderland who are in danger of being sucked into the relegation battle.

City thrash United '89

City thrash United ’89

December 8, 2012 by Mark Godfrey

Ahead of Sunday’s Manchester Derby, Mark Godfrey looks back to 1989 when the blue half of the City had plenty to sing about.

Profile: Manchester United 1994

Profile: Manchester United 1994

April 23, 2012 by Joe Cawley

Joe Cawley goes all nostalgic and heads back nearly two decades to look at Manchester United in 1994.

2011/2012 Premier League Team of the Season?

2011/2012 Premier League Team of the Season?

April 11, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly shares his thoughts on the outstanding Premier League performers this season.

Niall Quinn at Sunderland: the chairman

Niall Quinn at Sunderland: the chairman

February 25, 2012 by James Hunt

James Hunt looks at Niall Quinn’s tenure in the Sunderland boardroom.

James McClean: The Republic of Ireland’s Wildcard

James McClean: The Republic of Ireland’s Wildcard

January 25, 2012 by Ciaran Kelly

Ciaran Kelly on Sunderland midfielder James McClean, who has played himself into contention for a Euro 2012 place since his move from Derry City.

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