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Is Régis Le Bris running out of time? With just one win in ten Premier League matches, the pressure is mounting ahead of a massive clash against Chelsea.

In this episode of The Mackem Football Show, the panel debates whether KLD will pull the trigger over the international break, breaks down the tactical flaws leaving the team predictable, and looks ahead to Sunday.

📌 What we cover: • Le Bris Under Fire: Is Chelsea make-or-break, and is it time for a change? • Tactical Frustrations: "Horseshoe passing," lack of width, and why there’s no clear Plan B. • Recent Form: Dissecting the flat display at Coventry and the disappointing away day at Dinamo Zagreb. • Squad News & Key Names: Dan Ballard’s absence, Granit Xhaka’s form, and summer recruitment under the microscope. • Chelsea Preview & Predictions: Can the lads pull off a vital result to pull clear of the drop zone?

Drop your thoughts in the comments below: would you stick or twist with Le Bris, and what's your prediction for Chelsea?

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Welcome back to Episode 12 of The Mackem Football Show!

Following a gritty clean sheet against Leeds and an eventful cup win over Brentford, we ask the big question: are we feeling better yet? The lads break down the defensive resilience, discuss standout displays from Angulo and Talbi, and look ahead to a massive clash against Coventry. Plus, we talk squad rotation, Europa League ambitions against Dinamo Zagreb, and debate our favourite overhead kicks of all time.

What we cover in this episode:

• 00:00 - Welcome & "What are you drinking?"
• 04:05 - Feeling better yet? Breaking down the Leeds clean sheet
• 15:00 - Brentford cup reaction: Talbi's impact & counterattacking form
• 28:10 - Player maturity & red card debate
• 35:10 - Coventry City preview, team lineup debates & predictions
• 01:04:30 - Looking ahead to Dinamo Zagreb in the Europa League
• 01:23:00 - Classic overhead kicks & wrap-up

Drop your score predictions for the Coventry match in the comments below! If you enjoyed the stream, make sure to like and subscribe for weekly Sunderland match debates, tactical breakdowns, and watchalongs.

#SAFC #SunderlandAFC #PremierLeague #MackemFootballShow

Welcome along to Episode 11 of The Mackem Football Show!

The lads are back to dissect a rough run of form, debate where things are going wrong, and look ahead to a massive upcoming clash. From defensive lapses to wingers failing to fire, we hold nothing back in this week's discussion.

In this episode, we dive into:

• The Bournemouth Fallout: Dissecting a horrific afternoon, defensive errors, and the impact of the early red card.
• Europa League Check-In: Reflecting on the Poznań draw—are we satisfied staying unbeaten, or was it two points dropped?
• Tactical Headaches: Why the wingers aren't clicking, whether Régis Le Bris should switch to a narrower midfield, and the clamour for Luke O'Nien to start at centre-back.
• Injury Woes & Striker Dilemmas: Missing Brobbey, relying on youngsters, and surviving a brutal fixture run.
• Leeds United Preview & Score Predictions: Must-win territory? The panel debate starting XIs, line combinations, and give their match predictions (and wild betting odds).
• Plus: Lucky numbers, retro Sunderland favourites, and some classic offbeat banter.

Drop your score predictions and preferred starting XI against Leeds in the comments below! 👇

🔴⚪ Keep the Faith & Ha'way the Lads!

Timestamps:

• 00:00 - Catch-up, drinks & Sunderland lucky numbers
• 05:40 - Dissecting the Bournemouth defeat & defensive mistakes
• 10:00 - The winger conundrum & squad depth issues
• 21:20 - Post-match honesty & defensive coaching questions
• 29:20 - Europa League draw away at Poznań
• 37:00 - Fixing the system: Narrow midfield vs. traditional wingers
• 55:30 - Favourite cult heroes & squad number history
• 59:15 - Leeds United preview & starting XI debate
• 01:14:00 - Score predictions, relegation odds & wrap-up

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Discussing

The past Brighton result Europa result.

Referee quality

The present League position

Le Bris Approach

The future Bournemouth

Poznan ... the injuries.

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S05 - E09 of The Mackem Football Show Welcome back to another episode of The Mackem Football Show! 🔴⚪ Internation break is over. Couple of talking points to go over. The charges The England games Most importantly ... the injuries. 🔴 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss a live show! ⚪

S05 - E08 of The Mackem Football Show Welcome back to another episode of The Mackem Football Show! 🔴⚪

This week, the lads break down Sunderland’s wild 5–3 clash against Manchester City at the Etihad, analyse Brian Brobbey’s sensational hat-trick, discuss the mounting injury concerns with Brobbey and Dan Ballard heading into the international break, and round up our loan stars in this week's edition of Sharkwatch

Drop your thoughts in the comments: Who should start up front against Brighton with Brobbey sidelined? How do we feel about Le Fée's new contract extension? 🔴 Don't forget to Like, Subscribe, and hit the Notification Bell so you never miss a live show! ⚪

Welcome back to another episode of The Mackem Football Show! 🔴⚪ This week, the lads break down a massive week for Sunderland AFC: winning in Europe and all the good vibes. with @michaelbowers541 ​

Welcome back to another episode of The Mackem Football Show! 🔴⚪

This week, the lads break down a massive week for Sunderland AFC:

• Brentford Review (1-1): First-half tactical masterclass, Enzo Le Fée's penalty, and the controversial Dan Ballard disallowed goal debate.
• Carabao Cup Progress (1-0 vs Hull City): Wholesale rotation, Aouchiche and Ba's midfield roles, and Talby's sublime chip to seal the win.
• Retro Match Attax Opening & Nostalgia: Taking a trip down memory lane with 20 years of Premier League & European trading cards!
• Upcoming Fixtures: Previews and score predictions for the Friday night clash against Arsenal and our huge European night vs AZ Alkmaar at the Stadium of Light.

Sunderland vs. Fulham Match Review

• Tactical Success
• Key Performers
• Statistical Dominance

Transfer Window Wrap-up

• New Signings
• Retaining Key Players:
• The "Xhaka" Debate
• Departures

Looking Ahead

• Predictions: score predictions for the upcoming matches against Brentford and Hull City. The difficulty of the Brentford game, they remained optimistic about Sunderland's defensive shape.
• Media Perception: A recurring theme was the desire for Sunderland to "keep disproving" the pundits and national media who predicted they would struggle this season.

The best conversation from the team in 14th

In this episode of The Mackem Football Show, Anth and Paul dive into the excitement surrounding the start of the 2026/27 season. They discuss Sunderland's final pre-season performances, the official signing of Dian Mafari, and the latest transfer rumours including Jules Akoma. The duo also makes their Premier League predictions for the opening weekend and looks ahead to the upcoming Europa League draw, sharing which European giants they’d love to see visit the Stadium of Light.

episode 2 of the 26/27 season. Fridays 8:30pm - UK The countdown to the new season is on! In this episode of The Mackem Football Show, we’re diving into the final pre-season preparations, discussing the latest transfer rumours, and addressing the gaps in the squad. Are we ready for the kick-off? Join the debate as we break down everything Sunderland AFC.

Episode 1 of the 26/27 season. Fridays 8:30pm - UK Join the lads for the first episode of the new season! We're catching up on the York away day, sharing our honest pre-season verdicts, and debating whether the squad is ready for the Premier League and Europa League. Plus, hear a classic story about meeting David Moyes in a grill.

Anth talking about a solid defensive performance against Nottingham Forrest Building into the game against Manchester United and discussing all things Sunderland.

Anth talking about a solid defensive performance against Crytal Palace, and catching up on the Brentford result the week before.

Chatting around the Burnley and Huddersfield results and the upcoming Brentford

Hammering home the opening game of the season

Hours away from another clean sheet?

Hammering home the pre-season build up points.

Talking ambitions and scope for the season ahead.

Hours away from clean sheets.

The Mackem Football Show is here again.

Xhaka

Roefs

The Montgomery Stand

New kit, a couple of games of the pre-season down. Let's talk about the kit, recruitment and games played. As are Sunderland in the Premier League. Discussing the signings, the change in status before a ball is kicked in the pre-season games.

Season 4 of the Mackem Football Show

Episode one

(Recorded 12 July 2025)

Discussing the signings of Sunderland since confirming promotion from the Championship.

Anth and friends talking all things Sunderland We have one rule in the chat... Let celebrate making it to the Premier League. Main discussion points in this one are The Playoff Final Celebrations That we are MASSIVE Returning to the Premier League and What to expect in the next few months.

Preston are clowns I'm finally in a place of my own. No more, room shares or hotels. Haway

Cementing our spot into forth place. I'm finally in a place of my own. No more, room shares or hotels. Haway

Officially Back to Live! Reflecting on the Boro game, we dive into the upcoming games, the mix of 4th round and championship games. t

Join us live as we break it all down and discuss how the lads can build on being unbeaten in 2025

Also about transfer targets.

#HawayTheLads

Officially Back to Live! Reflecting on the last few games, we dive into preventable dropped points, the impact of injuries and suspensions, and what changes we might see from Regis Le Bris moving forward

Join us live as we break it all down and discuss how the lads can bounce back after the dropping points to Plymouth.

Also about transfer targets.

#HawayTheLads

Happy New Year 2025

Life getting in the way a little. But 2025 and strike is exsponged.

What's your expectations of Sunderland for the remaining season and where do you think we will be this time next year?

Merry Christmas

Let's catch up again.

todays podcast is with Anth and Alan

the rest of the boys were enjoying the holidays

discussing the Bristol City and Stoke City results and building up to the Swansea City game.

Some good takes and some missing the mark... but that's football sometimes.

Sunderland have slumped down from the top spot down in 4th behind Leeds, Burnley and Sheffield United, following a narrow 1-nil loss to the new league leaders. It was a classic "six pointer" with the more recent former Premier League side coming out on top.

In this episode of #TheMackemFootballShow, we dive into the highs and lows of Sunderland’s recent performances. We reflect on the 1-1 draw against Millwall, debating tactical decisions, player form, and the controversial extended halftime break. Discussion shifts to the dominant display against West Brom, where Sunderland's control was unmatched despite being unable to secure a win. Key players like Aaron Connolly and Shark Watch is focusing on the one and only Pierre Ekwah, were they analyzed for their contributions and potential. Beyond match reviews, the team tackles broader topics like squad depth and transfer options, touching on ideas for bolstering the midfield. The banter includes Thanksgiving-inspired gratitude and a sprinkle of light-hearted betting antics. Don't miss this engaging mix of analysis and humor—perfect for any Sunderland fan!

Another international break. This time coming after a couple of injuries, suspensions and three games in a row with preventable dropped points. Reflecting on the past couple of games and discussing what we can do and might see changes wise from Regis Le Bris. #HawayTheLads

Sunderland are still top of the table and on 30 points after 14 games.

We are discussing our last five games and the highlights and areas we can improve.

In this episode of #TheMackemFootballShow, we talk about Sunderland’s staying on top of the Championship! 20% of the season done. How can we handle the remaining 80%?

In this episode of First Things First | #TheMackemFootballShow, we celebrate Sunderland’s return to the top of the Championship! Despite a tough loss to Watford, the Black Cats bounced back in style with a crucial win over Derby County. We break down how Sunderland overcame that setback, the standout performances, and what this means for their promotion hopes. Can Sunderland hold on to the top spot as the season heats up? We analyze the key moments, player form, and what fans can expect moving forward. Don’t miss this deep dive into Sunderland’s rollercoaster week!

In this episode of #TheMackemFootballShow, we dive into the rise of Sunderland’s newest sensation, 17-year-old Chris Rigg. From his jaw-dropping backheel goal that secured a 1-0 win against Middlesbrough, to his rapid journey to becoming a fan favorite, we discuss how this wonderkid is taking the football world by storm. Is Chris Rigg destined for the Premier League? Will Sunderland hold onto this rising star for seasons to come? We break down the match, his performance, and what lies ahead for this promising young talent. Tune in for all things Sunderland, football and the future of the game!

Rivalry and Derby have people confused.

Rivalry is a healthy distain for each other.

Derby is location based,

Guess where we are in the league? That's right, Sunderland are on top of the Championship. Let's chat and enjoy the moment.

Main point of discussion is the transfer window as a whole and keeping up with the deadline

... only fools rush in.

Sunderland are two games in and we've won the opening two games of the seasons, against the bluebirds and the owls. So we'll talk about the games of course, but the biggest news in the transfer window movement, Clarke moves on to the Premier League.

The opening episode of Season 3 of TheMackemFootball show.

The beginning of the Le Bris era starts it all off.

🎉 Join us as we kick off the pre-season with high hopes for improving on last season's finish.

We discuss predictions, team tactics, and the latest managerial changes.

In This Episode:

• Pre-season hopes and predictions for our team
• Beverage talk
• Team tactics and potential formations
• Funny anecdotes and personal stories

Join the Conversation: Share your thoughts in the comments! Who will be the standout player? What's your go-to pre-game meal? How do you feel about our new manager?

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last podcast of the season. we have to talk about how poor the season has tailed off how finishing in 16th place feels have a little bit of a laugh and ask the big question... What do you expect from next season?

should we just stop?

theme for this podcast the players who looks good for another year, who needs to go in the summer. and a good little review of the previous game

is key.

the theme of this pod is getting Sunderland back to consistently performing how we expect the players to, week in week out.

three 0-0's in 5 games, solid at the back but poor up top.

well that wasn't boring now was it!? a comfy win and a thrashing... this club is never boring.

back to winning ways after the international break and to start the Easter weekend.

Sunderland fans talking about Sunderland and other stuff too what a fun craic of an episode. very little footy a lot of trying to find the fun. special shoutout to @joeyburton7726

this has the best ending we've ever podcasted (so far)

Sunderland fans talking about Sunderland and other stuff too

... if not, we should!