Person: Jim Bentley

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New boys impress O'Neill but McClean shines

Sunderland boss Martin O’Neill has admitted his excitement at the season ahead after handing new boys Adam Johnson and Steven Fletcher debuts.

Wed, 29 Aug, 2012

McClean brace steers Black Cats into next round of cup

Sunderland 2 Morecambe 0

Tue, 28 Aug, 2012

Johnson and Fletcher start for Black Cats

Sunderland boss Martin O’Neill handed debuts to Adam Johnson and Steven Fletcher in tonight’s Capital One Cup second round clash with League Two Morecambe.

Tue, 28 Aug, 2012

Holman earns Villa victory

New signing Brett Holman netted a second-half winner as Aston Villa battled back from behind to beat Burton Albion 2-1 in today's friendly at Pirelli Stadium.

Sat, 14 Jul, 2012