The Roar Podcast - Sunderland Echo

Sunderland suffered their first Premier League defeat of the season at Ipswich Town, but what went wrong for Régis Le Bris’ side and how much should be read into the result?
James Copley and Phil Smith look back on the key talking points from Portman Road, discuss the early reaction to Sunderland’s start and assess the latest transfer news ahead of Fulham’s visit to the Stadium of Light.
Plenty to get into as the Black Cats look to respond quickly and strengthen further before the transfer window closes.

The Roar is back as we look ahead to the Premier League season-opener against Ipswich Town.

James Copley and Phil Smith discuss Sunderland flexing some unfamiliar transfer muscles under Florent Ghisolfi, the latest on Dayann Methalie, the club’s firm stance in the market and what still needs to be done before the window closes.

Plus, we assess Régis Le Bris’ squad ahead of Ipswich, the key selection calls and what Sunderland need to get right on opening day.

Phil Smith and James Copley are back with another episode of The Roar Podcast to reflect on Sunderland’s impressive 2-0 pre-season victory over RC Lens in France.
The pair discuss the major talking points from the game, including goals from Trai Hume and Wilson Isidor, another eye-catching Chris Rigg performance, the return of key first-team players and what the display told us about Régis Le Bris’ side ahead of the new Premier League season.
There is also plenty of transfer discussion as Sunderland continue working on incomings and outgoings, with the latest on the club’s key targets, Wilson Isidor’s future and the deals set to take Leo Hjelde and Arthur Masuaku away from Wearside.
Plus, where does the squad still need strengthening before the transfer window closes, and how close are Sunderland to being ready for another demanding Premier League and Europa League campaign?

Phil Smith and James Copley discuss Sunderland’s pre-season victory over Wrexham as Brian Brobbey, Noah Sadiki, Robin Roefs and several other key players return to action.
The pair assess the performance, the major talking points and what the latest fitness boosts mean for Régis Le Bris ahead of the Premier League and Europa League campaigns.

James Copley and Phil Smith react to Sunderland’s 4-2 pre-season defeat against Liverpool in Nashville.
The lads assess the key talking points from the game, including Enzo Le Fée’s stunning goal, another impressive display from Chris Rigg and Timur Tutierov’s continued impact.
They also pick out Sunderland’s early pre-season winners and losers, discuss the young side’s difficult second half and look ahead to the remainder of the club’s USA tour.