Gary Neville explained how Sunderland thrashed West Ham 3-0 in their Premier League opener, describing their play as a beautiful imperfection.

Graham potter also held his pre-match press conference on Thursday, confirming that George Earthy and Crysencio Summerville will both miss this game. New signing Mads Hermansen could debut in goal, though:

Sunderland are looking to slash their squad after spending big this summer,  with Ian Poveda and Alan Browne among five players up for grabs.

Several Sunderland players took the spotlight after their 3-0 victory against West Ham in the first match of the 2025-26 Premier League.

Alan Pardew says Sunderland’s electric home crowd can drive survival after winning against West Ham at the Stadium of Light

Alan Shearer returned to Match of the Day alongside fresh faces Mark Chapman and Wayne Rooney on Saturday evening, but stayed completely silent as the panel assessed Sunderland's Premier League opener

Karren Brady has backed Graham Potter to succeed as West Ham manager despite falling to a 3-0 defeat at newly promoted Sunderland in their opening Premier League game of the season.

Sunderland are finally back playing in the Premier League this weekend with the game at the Stadium of Light on Saturday against West Ham United, so we’re joined by a very special guest – broadcasting legend and current TalkSPORT presenter Paul Ross, who just so happens to be a massive Hammers fan!