Brave Richardson is back for good

HAVING the backbone for the fight is a prerequisite in the hurly-burly of the Premier League, and Kieran Richardson appreciates that more than most.

Sunderland’s former Manchester United midfielder has bravely come back from a serious spinal injury to inject new life into Roy Keane’s struggling side.

Richardson returned as a substitute, following four worrying months out, to produce a lively cameo in the 4-0 home St Stephen’s Day hammering by his old club.