Carrick has leaned on his former Man United teammate ahead of the Wear-Tees derby after Rooney's heroics in Plymouth's ...

Middlesbrough made a spectacular statement to get their season well and truly up and running at the Stadium of Light.

GRANT LEADBITTER uniquely enjoys legendary status at both Sunderland and Middlesbrough – but he will be wearing much more important colours ahead of tomorrow’s derby. The 38-year-old ...

Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access ...

Sam Parkin has identified the midfield battle and Luke Ayling's task of keeping Romaine Mundle quiet as areas that will be ...

From early title race showdowns to neighbourly disputes all over Europe, this weekend’s football action is not one to ...

Sunderland will play Middlesbrough in Saturday’s early Championship kick-off, with proceedings scheduled to get underway at ...

DC - George Edmundson - One change that could occur would see Rav van den Berg returning to the side at the expense of ...

Free Championship tips, best bets and predictions for Sunderland vs Middlesbrough. Plus a £50 Betfair free bet offer ...

Michael Carrick has called on a close friend for some Sunderland advice - with Middlesbrough's boss picking the brains of Wayne Rooney ...

Michael Carrick is planning to speak with his former Manchester United team-mate Wayne Rooney ahead of Boro's trip to ...

Middlesbrough head coach Michael Carrick says he doesn't necessarily have a 'best 11' as he continues to evaluate his squad.