McCarthy confirmed as new Sunderland boss

Sunderland have named Mick McCarthy as their new manager in a press conference.

Wed, 12 Mar, 2003 - 09:51

Sunderland today unveiled Mick McCarthy as their new manager.

McCarthy has returned to club management after bringing down the curtain on his six-year tenure as Republic of Ireland manager last November.

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