This preview covers the latest team news and predicted lineups for the upcoming Premier League weekend matches, including Arsenal hosting Bournemouth and Tottenham's first game under De Zerbi at Sunderland.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has launched his party's campaign for local elections in Sunderland, framing the upcoming votes as a referendum on Labour leader Keir Starmer.

Following a fierce derby defeat, Newcastle United is reportedly holding a firm stance on manager Eddie Howe's future, as questions arise over the club's direction.

Derby double means a lot to Sunderland team and fans

Sunderland secured a 2-1 victory over Newcastle in the Tyne-Wear derby, but the on-pitch drama was overshadowed by crowd trouble and an allegation of racist abuse towards Lutsharel Geertruida.

Brian Brobbey struck in the 90th minute to give Sunderland bragging rights in the Tyne-Wear derby against Newcastle on Sunday.

Newcastle United has released a statement acknowledging a report of racial abuse made by a visiting player against a fan during their Premier League match against Sunderland, reiterating its zero-tolerance stance on discrimination.

Sunderland secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Newcastle in the 31st round of the English Premier League, with Brian Brobbey scoring a late winner to complete a derby double against their rivals.

Newcastle United is leading Sunderland 1-0 in the Tyne-Wear derby at St. James' Park, a match where Anthony Gordon scored the opener, extending his goal streak and contributing to Newcastle's pursuit of a third consecutive Premier League win.

Newcastle United will look to rebound from a deflating Champions League performance and avoid being swept in this season’s Tyne-Wear derby fixtures when Sunderland visits in Sunday’s early kickoff.

“When supporters feel ignored or overlooked — even unintentionally — it chips away at that foundation.”

The annual music festival will take place in Sunderland's Herrington Country Park from 22 to 24 May.

The annual music festival will take place in Sunderland's Herrington Country Park from 22 to 24 May.

EU proposals presented on Wednesday require vehicles for corporate fleets and small EVs to be assembled within the bloc

After a promising if brief cameo against Oxford, could the Ivorian play a bigger part during our upcoming games?

Sunderland's football club is embroiled in controversy after co-owner Juan Sartori invited Reform UK leader Nigel Farage to a home game, raising questions about the political theatre overshadowing the team's season.

Nigel Farage formally launched Reform UK's local election campaign at an event in Sunderland, pledging a 'total culture shift' for the party ahead of the May 7 polls.

Sunderland secured a dramatic 2-1 victory over Newcastle in the English Premier League's Tyne-Wear derby, with Brian Brobbey scoring the late winner, though the match was paused due to reports of discriminatory abuse. Newcastle has vowed action following the incident.

Sunderland manager Le Bris praises his team's 'identity' after defeating rivals Newcastle again.

A Premier League game between Newcastle and Sunderland was stopped for three minutes early in the second half after reports of alleged racist abuse from the crowd targeting Sunderland's Lutsharel Geertruida.

Sunderland secured a dramatic victory over Newcastle in the highly anticipated Tyne-Wear derby, with Brobbey scoring a 90th-minute winner, completing a Premier League double against Newcastle.

Referee Anthony Taylor stopped the Premier League match in line with the competition's on-field anti-discrimination protocol.

Bruno Guimarães delivered a message from the sidelines ahead of the Sunderland match, expressing pride in his team's performance and fight during his absence.

Paul Robinson, who at 20 was picked by Ruud Gullit ahead of the England captain for a critical 1999 derby, looks back It was the final shot in a brutal civil war that left Newcastle reeling for a…

The Speaker of Parliament and founder of the Democracy Cup, Alban Bagbin, together with members of the Parliamentary Select Committee on Youth and Sports, have visited English Premier League club Sunderland to deepen ties and explore new opportunities for the Democracy Cup initiative.

The annual music festival will take place in Sunderland's Herrington Country Park from 22 to 24 May.

Sunderland plant, which employs 6,000 people, could face ‘existential threat’ if it is not included in new EU rules

Recalling February 21, 2015, Sunderland played to a draw against West Bromwich Albion, a result that followed manager Gus Poyet's passionate open letter to the fans.

The proposed demolition of Sunderland's glass centre by the University of Sunderland, citing high renovation costs, has ignited a fierce local battle and become a political flashpoint.

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is launching his party's push to take control of more councils at a rally in Sunderland.

Ghana's Speaker of Parliament, Alban Bagbin, presented traditional Ghanaian attire, fugu, to officials of Sunderland FC to strengthen cultural and sporting ties between Ghana and the English club.

Tottenham slipped ever closer to relegation from the Premier League with a 3-0 defeat to fellow strugglers Nottingham Forest on Sunday as Sunderland stretched their hex over local rivals…

A podcast discusses the match reaction as Sunderland AFC completed a 2-1 victory over their rivals, securing a double win.

Sunderland's football campaign is being lauded as excellent, with a recent analysis pointing to a high point for fans and noting the team's strong record against rivals Newcastle.

Violent clashes broke out between rival supporters outside St James' Park ahead of the Newcastle vs Sunderland match, as a group of Sunderland fans broke away from their police escort, with photos of the incident now emerging.

A group of Sunderland supporters broke away from the police escort outside of St James’ Park, leading to brief clashes with home fans

Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe is focused on ending the team's barren run against Sunderland in the upcoming Tyne-Wear derby, aiming to lift the club's recent gloom.

Snimak dječaka Liama Kwona koji u takmičenju u slovkanju u New Yorku pobjeđuje, ali u dresu Sunderlanda postao je viralan i izazvao pravo oduševljenje navijača ovog tima iz Premiershipa.

An optimistic Sunderland football fan expresses enduring dreams for the club's potential success in European football, despite current challenges.

Port Vale from England's third-best league is ready for an FA Cup quarter-final after a 1-0 victory over Sunderland.

Reports of carmaker’s warning come as lobby group says EU proposals could damage £70bn cross-channel trade Business live – latest updates The Japanese carmaker Nissan has reportedly said it could be forced to close its plant in Sunderland if the UK is not fully included in new “Made in Europe” manufacturing rules proposed by the EU. The UK car industry trade representative group also said it was “gravely concerned” about the proposals, which it said could damage the £70bn annual cross-chann...

Sunderland's upcoming clash with Fulham is being viewed as a crucial test to gauge the team's progress, with confidence expressed in their ability to perform.

The proposed demolition of Sunderland's National Glass Centre due to high renovation costs has sparked a local political battle, with residents fighting to save the cultural landmark.