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James Copley’s Sunderland notebook: Goalkeeper crisis, transfer interest and potential affiliate club gossip

Exclusive Copley’s notebook: Keeper crisis, transfer interest and affiliate club

Transfer news: Sunderland release 6ft 5in goalkeeper after key contract decision and decade-long stint

Exclusive Sunderland release 6ft 5in goalkeeper after key contract decision

Members of the public are being warned not to destroy Asian hornet nests.

Warning to members of the public after surge in Asian hornet sightings

Asian hornet

Asian Hornets: How to keep your home and garden safe

Around 10 people die in the UK every year from bee and wasp stings.

How to treat summer bug bites and stings - and when to call 999

Asian hornets are identifiable through their orange head and almost entirely dark abdomen, which displays fine yellow stripes and a yellow or orange segment near its base. Photo: PA

Aggressive Asian Hornet which can pose a health risk spotted in Durham

How to treat an Asian hornet sting after a rise in sightings across the UK.

How to treat an Asian hornet sting after surge in sightings

19-year-old Dan Cameron is another player who has risen through the ranks at the Academy of Light.

Sunderland chief reacts as Cats conclude deal for highly-rated player

Adam Richardon

Cats loan deal ends as highly-rated player returns to parent club

355 minutes played

'Hasn't coped' - Fans call for changes after costly Neil error

Adam Richardson

Sunderland figure explains move as non-league transfer is confirmed

Clouds the puppy with a swollen face after being stung by a hornet.

Watch: Puppy's face swells after hornet sting

Asian hornets are smaller than native hornets, but deadly to our bees and other pollinators (Photo: Wildlife and Countryside Link/PA Wire)

Breaking Killer insects invade UK

Sunderland fans at Vicarage Road for the last away game of the season against Watford.

110 brilliant photos of Sunderland fans at Watford

Alese delivers SAFC dressing room verdict after Watford defeat

Nazariy Rusyn playing for Sunderland. Picture by FRANK REID.

SAFC and Watford team news - eight ruled out and two doubts
The latest Sunderland and Watford team and injury news ahead of their Championship match at Vicarage Road.
Joe Nicholson

RECAP: Dodds on Charlie Hurley, team news and Watford

Dan Neil playing for Sunderland. (Photo by Ian Horrocks/Sunderland AFC via Getty Images)

SAFC and Watford team news - six ruled out and three doubts

Watford appoint make head coach announcement ahead of SAFC fixture

Asian hornets have been spotted near Dover in Kent

Government issues urgent warning after ‘killer’ Asian hornets spotted

Asian hornets have been spotted in the Dover area in Kent

Public warned as Asian hornets spotted in Dover

Boozy Asian hornets targeting beer gardens this summer - claims expert insect exterminator

Boozy Asian hornets on the hunt in beer gardens this summer

Asian hornets in the UK are on the rise

How to identify killer Asian hornets as more set to arrive in UK

Watford boss Chris Wilder. (Photo by Clive Rose/Getty Images)

Watford boss delivers verdict on Mowbray and SAFC fixture

WATFORD, ENGLAND - MARCH 18: Manager of Watford, Chris Wilder looks on during the Sky Bet Championship between Watford and Wigan Athletic at Vicarage Road on March 18, 2023 in Watford, England. (Photo by Tom Dulat/Getty Images)

Chris Wilder reacts to losses ahead of huge Sunderland clash

Joao Pedro of Watford during the Sky Bet Championship between Blackburn Rovers and Watford at Ewood Park on September 13, 2022 in Blackburn, England. (Photo by Alex Livesey/Getty Images)

‘Doesn’t look good’ – NUFC target suffers injury ahead of transfer window

Describing the latest discovery, hunter and beekeeper John de Carteret said it should be a warning to everyone.

Experts warn ‘killer’ Asian hornets are nesting in UK wardrobes
The hornets are able to kill with one sting among people who have an allergy, while they also pose a threat to the environment and native species
Sophie Wills

CARDIFF, WALES - APRIL 02: Kyle Naughton of Swansea City interacts with the crowd as they celebrate their side's win after the final whistle of the Sky Bet Championship match between Cardiff City and Swansea City at Cardiff City Stadium on April 02, 2022 in Cardiff, Wales. (Photo by Ryan Hiscott/Getty Images)

Swansea City handed injury boost ahead of Watford and Sunderland clashes

Asian hornet alert as insects spotted in UK

WEALDSTONE, ENGLAND - JULY 23: Watford Sporting Director Cristiano Giaretta before a pre-season friendly between Watford and Southampton at Grosvenor Vale on July 23, 2022 in Wealdstone, England. (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Watford's sporting director departs ahead of SAFC clash as Bruce talks pressure

Watford have reportedly revealed their price tag for Joao Pedro (Photo by Richard Heathcote/Getty Images)

Watford ‘reveal’ Joao Pedro price tag

Non-league verdict.

Mark Carruthers: This is why Hebburn Town's former management team can hold thei...

Five to watch this week in the non-league scene.

Five to Watch: Non-league expert Mark Carruthers picks the key games across the ...

Former Hebburn Town captain Louis Storey has challenged himself to continue his impressive start to life at National League North club Gateshead. Picture by Charles Waugh.

Ex-Hebburn Town captain has set himself this challenge at Gateshead

Washington FC (dk blue) v Jarrow FC (lt green) at Ford Hub Sports Complex, Sunderland, on Saturday.

Five to Watch: Non-league expert Mark Carruthers picks the key games across the ...

Hebburn Town's Thomas Potter (centre) shoots towards goal during the Buildbase FA Vase 2019/20 Final at Wembley Stadium, London. PA.

Hebburn Town claim glory with victory in FA Vase final at Wembley

Mark Carruthers: Non-league supporters are the heart of their clubs

Mark Carruthers: Non-league supporters are the heart of their clubs

Ryhope CW (red/white) v Abbey Hey (green) at Ryhope Recreation Park.

Ryhope CW joint-manager Chris McCabe reacts as FA Vase run continues

Hebburn Town (blue) will tackle North Shields in the FA Vase, on Saturday.

Hebburn boss Kevin Bolam eager to start Vase clash on front foot against North S...

Hebburn have been drawn away.

Hebburn Town drawn away to Corinthian FC in FA Vase semi-final

Horden CW (red) v Silksworth CW (blue) at Hordon Welfare Park.

Horden CW assistant manager Lee Bogan has this bold message to his players

Prenton Park, home of Tranmere Rovers

This is why Sunderland's trip to Tranmere Rovers could be subject to a late chan...

A dangerous Asian hornet queen has been spotted in Britain for the first time - ...

Wearside League Football between Sunderland West End (red/white) and Hartlepool FC, played at Nissan Sports Complex, Washington.

Sunderland West End building on solid foundations as they hit top spot

Wearside League Shipowners Cup football between Sunderland West End (red/white) and Richmond Town, played at Nissan Sports Complex, Washington.

Silksworth CW dent Hebburn’s promotion hopes with memorable home victory

Action from the FA Vase clash between Hebburn Town (yellow and black) and City of Liverpool, which was marred by violence after the game.

Hebburn Town condemn 'idiotic violence' which marred FA Vase game and promise to...

Dominic Moan slots home for Sunderland RCA against Hebburn.

More to come from stunning Sunderland RCA, insists Martin Swales

Former Sunderland midfielder Jack Rodwell

Jack Rodwell makes first team return as he bids to earn Watford contract

Fabio Borini could be on the move this summer

League One transfer round-up: Ex-Sunderland forward on the move | Plymouth fight...

Didier Ndong looks set to return to Sunderland in the summer

Didier Ndong looks set for Sunderland summer return as Wahbi Khazri interest gro...

Didier Ndong is sent off at Cardiff City in his final appearance for Sunderland before his Watford loan move.

Revealed! Why Sunderland and Gabon midfielder Didier Ndong is yet to play a sing...

Didier Ndong is sent off against Cardiff City.

Sunderland appeal red card shown to Watford target Didier Ndong

Sunderland look closer than ever to the drop after latest defeat

Phil Smith analysis: No mitigating factors for selection and another pedestrian ...

On-loan Adnan Januzaj bursts forward for Sunderland in December's win over Watford at the Stadium of Light. Picture by Frank Reid

Live: Watford v Sunderland matchday blog

Phil Gray and Richard Ord look on as Craig Russells corner flies straight into the net for the opening goal against Watford in 1994. Pictures by Peter Berry

Ha'way Back When: Craig Russell strikes it so lucky with fluke opener to sting H...

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