Alan Shearer aimed a curt dig at Sunderland when the Newcastle legend stressed he would accept the Black Cats winning the Premier League if it meant England lifting the Euro 2024 title. The Geordie legend shares an intense rivalry with Sunderland after starring as a player at his boyhood club and later becoming manager at St James' Park. Shearer is still the Premier League 's record goals holder with 260 goals to his name and is recognised as one of England's and Newcastle's greatest-ever players....read
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Jude Bellingham relaxes with his family after match-winning display for England against Serbia... as he shares a joke with Sunderland star and brother Jobe
And, following the clash - which saw England take control of Group C - Bellingham took time to unwind with his family who were in attendance to cheer him on at the Veltins-Arena.
Revealed: Why Jobe Bellingham wears a different name on his shirt to his brother Jude, as England star prepares to take centre stage at Euro 2024
After joining Sunderland in June, the younger Bellingham has enjoyed a flying start to his career in the North East... all without his surname featuring on his shirt.
Lee Johnson insists he's ready to return to the dugout as the former Bristol City and Sunderland boss reflects on his tumultuous recent spells and talks his work with the next generation of coaches
EXCLUSIVE INTERVIEW BY LEWIS STEELE: It is fair to say he has had a challenging year but, delve deeper, and there is still a very good manager waiting for a job.
Jordan Pickford makes hilarious half-time error during England's 3-0 win over Bosnia at St James' Park... as the former Sunderland star gets caught out on enemy territory
The former Sunderland youngster was playing for the Three Lions at the home of his old rivals - St James' Park - and it appears he was still feeling like a member of the opposition.
Tottenham 'join the race for Jobe Bellingham but face competition from top European clubs'... as Sunderland 'set hefty asking price' for 18-year-old
The 18-year-old (left), brother of Real Madrid and England star Jude (centre), has already been subject to interest from a number of Premier League and European sides ahead of the summer.
Crystal Palace continue talks with free agent Daichi Kamada, who could reunite with Oliver Glasner, and also seek to see off Brentford for Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham
SIMON JONES: Crystal Palace are continuing talks for Lazio midfielder Daichi Kamada as well as Sunderland's Jobe Bellingham.
Will Still REJECTS Sunderland just days after agreeing to take over at the Stadium of Light... with the highly-rated 31-year-old manager set to stay in France
The highly-rated Will Still has rejected the opportunity to become Sunderland 's new manager just days after agreeing to take over at the Stadium of Light.
Sunderland duo Jobe Bellingham and Jack Clarke attract Premier League interest... with Birmingham City having a sell-on clause for their former midfielder
SIMON JONES: Birmingham City have a 15pc sell on clause with Jobe Bellingham, who is the subject of enquiries from Crystal Palace and Brentford.
Returning Ross Stewart in frame for starring role in Championship play-off final as Southampton boss Russell Martin encourages forward to be his side's hero after injury struggles
The Scotland international has not started a match for 16 months because of an Achilles injury. And he has only come off the bench four times for the Saints since his £9million switch from Sunderland.
Roy Keane sees the funny side as Erik ten Hag makes cheeky dig at pundit's managerial record after Man United's FA Cup final win
Roy Keane had spells as a manager at both Sunderland, where he won the Championship title, and at Ipswich Town, where he was dismissed midway through his second season.
Frank de Boer is the WORST of all time, while only Martin Jol at Spurs lasted longer than two seasons... how Dutch managers have fared in the Premier League after Arne Slot's arrival at Liverpool
Arne Slot will become the 10th coach from the Netherlands to manage a club in the Premier League history. So how have the other nine fared in the dugout?
What happened to Federico Macheda 15 years on from his iconic Manchester United debut vs Aston Villa aged 17... EIGHT failed loan spells followed - but where is he now?
Federico Macheda was once hailed as the next Man United wonderkid when he scored a dream debut goal to seal virtually seal the Premier League title for Sir Alex Ferguson in 2009.
EFL Championship final day RECAP: Ipswich Town are PROMOTED to the Premier League after a 22-year absence - while Leeds settle for the play-offs and Birmingham are RELEGATED to League One
Re-live Mail Sport's live blog from the final day of the EFL Championship season, with Ipswich gaining promotion to the Premier League and Birmingham going down.
Will Still's departure from Reims throws massive twist in Sunderland's search for new manager as fans call for the long-term target to be appointed following disappointing Championship season
Following Stade De Reims announcement that Will Still has departed from the French side with immediate effect, Sunderland fans call for the long-term target to be appointed.
Jermain Defoe 'throws his hat into the ring for first managerial job'... as the former England star claims it 'makes sense because of our relationship'
Since retiring in 2022, Defoe (inset) has combined punditry work (main pic) alongside a career in coaching, with the former striker returning to Spurs to work with their academy.
Former Sunderland striker Kevin Phillips accuses National League Hartlepool of reneging on new contract offer after he was dismissed by the club
Former Sunderland striker Kevin Phillips has accused Hartlepool of reneging on the offer of a new contract after he was dismissed as manager of the National League club at the weekend.
Sheffield Wednesday chairman Dejphon Chansiri SHOVES young fan... with furious father slamming 'arrogant' and out of touch businessman despite his son provoking the owner
Sheffield Wednesday chairman Dejphon Chansiri has been filmed shoving a young fan after being taunted outside Hillsborough Stadium on Friday evening.
ED CHAMBERLIN: April has been enlivened by his historic pursuit of the trainers' gong and last-day heartache can turn to joy… ask Man City!
Standing in front of a camera on the day titles are decided requires ruthlessness. There is always the potential for two stories but one, immediately, will be ditched.
Liverpool youngster Kieran Morrison, 17, signs his first professional contract after impressing for the under-18s this season
Morrison started the season in centre midfield and was moved to the right wing where has has delivered a number of bright displays for Marc Bridge-Wilkinson's u-18 side.
Newcastle star Matt Ritchie, 34, gets set for life after football as he passes his lorry-driving licence - and fans joke he could drive the team bus next year!
The Newcastle star has today passed his Category C driving licence test, which will allow him to drive lorries professionally.
Sunderland icon Charlie Hurley dies aged 87, as the Black Cats pay tribute to the 'beloved' former Republic of Ireland centre back
The Championship club confirmed his death in a statement on Thursday morning as they paid tribute to their former player.
Tom Cleverley is appointed Watford head coach on a permanent deal after overseeing Hornets' last seven Championship matches
The 34-year-old former midfielder was placed in charge on an interim basis when Valerien Ismael was sacked in early March and has has subsequently overseen seven Sky Bet Championship matches.
Michael Oliver interview resurfaces, where he reveals he can't referee Newcastle games because he's a fan - after Nottingham Forest questioned Stuart Attwell's integrity amid claims he is a Luton supporter
Forest's official post caused shock in the footballing world and was widely condemned, yet an interview Oliver did with Mail Sport in 2021 has since resurfaced on social media.
Refusing to wear a poppy, a balaclava 'school history lesson', 'IRA sympathiser' claims and 'Free Derry' tattoo: How the Irish Wrexham star James McClean has been at centre of controversy - after saluting fans who sung 'he hates the f***ing King'
The 34-year-old Irishman is well known for his staunch pro-nationalist, anti-monarchy views.
Eberechi Eze reveals the SIX teams that rejected him as a youngster before QPR took a chance on him... after scoring the winner for Crystal Palace at Liverpool
Crystal Palace star Eberechi Eze has named the six clubs that rejected him as a youngster before he made his breakthrough at QPR .
LIVERPOOL CONFIDENTIAL: Caoimhin Kelleher attracts plenty of suitors after deputising for Alisson, Anfield falls silent 35 years on from Hillsborough and why UEFA will be relieved if Reds exit Europa League
Irishman Kelleher has done his prospects no harm at all ahead of the summer with a number of clubs interested in signing him after filling in well for Alisson in recent weeks.
Amad Diallo follows Alejandro Garnacho in appearing to show unrest after Bournemouth draw as half-time substitute posts cryptic Instagram message
Amad Diallo is the latest Manchester United player to take to social media after their 2-2 draw with Bournemouth .
Forgotten former Man United star is now a fashion stylist for one Chelsea flop - but do you know who he is?
Players have regularly entered the world of coaching after retiring but others have also raised eyebrows after taking bizarre and quirky turns.
Joelinton commits future to Newcastle by signing new long-term contract... as Brazilian midfielder insists he 'loves' the club and he always wanted to stay at St James' Park
Newcastle United midfielder Joelinton has committed his future to the club by signing a new contract.
Leeds 0-0 Sunderland: Daniel Farke's Whites miss out on chance to claim top spot in the Championship as they drop two points in goalless stalemate with Black Cats
DOMINIC KING AT ELLAND ROAD: Daniel Farke had heard the gales of impatience swirling around him but, through it all, he managed to stay impressively calm.
Joelinton boost for Newcastle as midfielder 'close to agreeing a new four-year contract'.... with Brazilian set to become one of the club's top earners alongside Bruno Guimaraes
The Magpies have reportedly held a succession of positive meetings with the Brazil international and his representatives and are confident of tying up a new four-year deal,
Justin Thomas and Jordan Spieth receive personalised Leeds shirts as they prepare for the Masters with the pair holding minority investments in the Yorkshire club
AUGUSTA DIARY: Anticipation is building ahead of the Masters, which are set to get underway on Thursday. Mail Sport's Mike Keegan brings you all the key talking points.
Lionel Messi scores on his long-awaited return from hamstring injury after coming off the bench in Inter Miami's clash against Colorado Rapids - after star was named among subs with Luis Suarez Sergio Busquets and Jordi Alba
The Argentine had been named to Inter Miami's bench for their game Saturday night following a nearly month-long injury absence. But fans didn't have to wait too long to see the icon on the field.
Sergio Aguero's iconic title-winning goal for Man City and Newcastle's incredible comeback from four goals down against Arsenal... the 10 most BONKERS Premier League matches after Man United's collapse at Chelsea
The Premier League has witnessed matches so bonkers that you will struggle to forget where you were when the craziness began to unfold for our viewing pleasure.
Newcastle set to wear one-off kit for clash with Tottenham next weekend... as front-of-shirt sponsors Sela plan to donate the kit space to charity
CRAIG HOPE: Mail Sport understands that discussions have been taking place for several weeks and the charity will be named closer to the game on April 13.
Sunderland 'eye former Premier League boss to replace Michael Beale' after sacking the ex-Rangers boss last month following just 12 games in charge
Sunderland are eyeing a seasoned former Premier League manager to fill their vacant position, having parted ways with Michael Beale.
What happened to the ghost grounds: How football's once-great stadiums have been transformed… so can you match the present drone photos with their historic past?
IAN HERBERT: It sometimes seems that those who view our football from beyond these shores have the greatest appreciation of the cathedrals, which have been bulldozed now.
Steph Houghton announces she will RETIRE at the end of the season after legendary career, winning three Women's Super League titles with Man City and Arsenal and captaining England
Houghton, 35, made 121 caps for the Lionesses between 2007 and 2021 and captained the side at the 2015 and 2019 World Cups as well as the 2017 Euros.
Communities in England and Wales to benefit from over £600,000-worth of funding from Sky Bet... with financial support to arrive at projects linked to several EFL clubs
Various programmes ranging from those made to tackle isolation and loneliness to improving fitness and mental health will benefit following Sky Bet's pledge to investing £6m over six years.
Revealed: Sir Jim Ratcliffe's INEOS compass he uses to steer teams to success… so what phrases will the Man United players be chanting?
It contains more than 100 phrases, words and terms that are either heavily encouraged or discouraged inside the company, in order to promote the best possible practices.
Major northern stadium set for multi-million-pound transformation this summer... including new safe standing sections, a fresh playing surface, and a technology upgrade which will be the first of its kind!
Clubs were told they could install rail seats in a landmark decision made in 2022. It ended the ban on standing areas at football stadiums, implemented in 1994 following the Hillsborough disaster.
Manchester United legend Dwight Yorke reveals he has applied for the Sunderland job... with former Black Cats forward claiming the club is 'underachieving'
Former Manchester United and Aston Villa star Dwight Yorke has revealed that he has applied for the vacant Sunderland job.
Manchester United winger Amad Diallo reveals why he has DELETED all references to the club on his social media accounts - as he insists 'stop the hatred, there's nothing wrong with what I did'
Amad Diallo has lifted the lid on why he has removed all Manchester United content from his social media accounts - insisting that others should 'stop the hatred' in light of his actions.
Man United winger Amad Diallo DELETES all references to the club on his social media accounts and adds cryptic message to his bio... having played just 46 minutes in the Premier League this season
Manchester United youngster Amad Diallo has completed a purge of his social media accounts and removed all references to the Red Devils. He joined from Atalanta in 2021.
Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Sergio Busquets are ALL left out of Inter Miami's team for Montreal game... with Argentina World Cup winner rested amid grueling schedule
Inter Miami fans were left disappointed on Sunday night after their superstar attacking trio of Lionel Messi, Luis Suarez and Sergio Busquets were all left out of the starting line-up against Montreal.
Roy Keane returns to Instagram for the first time in nearly TWO YEARS as he posts smiling selfie with former Man United team-mate Ole Gunnar Solskjaer... and makes cheeky request!
After almost two years away, Keane was back on Instagram on Thursday, and marked his return with a picture of him and Solskjaer beaming as they sat beside each other on a boat.
Swindon's kids are up for the FA Youth Cup again as they eye their first semi-final... George Best stopped them 60 years ago but with Man United already dispatched, glory is within their sights
IAN HERBERT: No-one expected to see the name 'Swindon Town' in the FA Youth Cup quarter-finals, given they've had Man United and Sunderland standing in their way in the tournament so far.
Ghanaian MP makes outlandish claim that Asamoah Gyan 'intentionally missed' infamous 2010 World Cup quarter-final penalty vs Uruguay - which hit the bar - 'because of his political allegiances'
Gyan has become involved in politics in his native country and recently accepted an appointment as a member of the manifesto committee for the New Patriotic Party.
Former Leicester City head of recruitment Lee Congerton is wanted by Saudi Arabia club Al Ahli after playing a pivotal in negotiations over the sale of Rasmus Hojlund to United
Former Leicester City head of recruitment Lee Congerton is wanted as sports director of Al Ahli. The club is run by former Chelsea chief executive Ron Gourlay who is their chairman.
- Harry Kane and Declan Rice's brothers hilariously 'force feed' England fans shots of tequila one-by-one in a German bar, telling revellers to 'get it down your gullet' ahead of Sunday's Euro 2024 final
- Harry Kane leads the line over Alvaro Morata with Rodri the man in the middle... but how many English players make Gary Neville, Roy Keane and Co's combined Euros 2024 final XI?
- Whichever system is selected, Gareth Southgate must implement one thing if England are to beat Spain at Euro 2024, writes MARTIN KEOWN
- Aston Villa are on the brink of £50m deal to sign Everton's Amadou Onana in shock transfer... and the move could be bad news for Man United in their bid to land £75m-rated Jarrad Branthwaite
- Jurgen Klopp secures a new role at Liverpool just months after former manager was replaced by Arne Slot
- Ad Feature Lionel Messi to score in 90 minutes during Argentina's Copa America final against Colombia BOOSTED to 2/1
- Euro 2024 final build up: Latest news and updates ahead of Spain vs England as the Three Lions are put through their paces for the final time ahead of Sunday's showdown in Berlin
- Under-fire Gary Lineker claims he was 'shafted' over his jibe that England were 's***' against Denmark - as he reveals that he doesn't have Harry Kane's number after captain hit back at pundits' criticism
- ENGLAND PLAYER RATINGS: Which player looked devastating against New Zealand on the heels of his breakthrough season? And who looked short of match practice in Auckland?
- I don't like long farewells but here's why our greatest-ever bowler James Anderson needed to be rewarded with two and a bit days like this at Lord's, writes NASSER HUSSAIN
- Here we go! England step out for their final training session before meeting Spain in Sunday's Euro 2024 final... and there's no injury absentees as ALL of Gareth Southgate's 26-man squad take part in Blankenhain
- Which presenter just 'gets it'? Which pundit has been the addition of the tournament? And who has the better commentary team? HENRY CLARK runs the rule over BBC and ITV ahead of the Euro 2024 final
- It's the biggest decision of Gareth Southgate's life... and I'm afraid he needs to drop Harry Kane, writes GRAEME SOUNESS
- Spain defender Marc Cucurella names the England star he hopes 'stays on the bench' when La Roja meet Gareth Southgate's side in the Euro 2024 final
- New Zealand 24-17 England: All Blacks show their class in commanding second-half display to sink Steve Borthwick's spirited side and extend their unbeaten Eden Park run
- Inside the England rugby camp: JAMIE GEORGE reveals his day-to-day diary of how they are preparing to beat the All Blacks - including Whoop bands, sleeping in until 2pm... and playing very little rugby!
- Gareth Southgate wants to win Euro 2024 so much it 'HURTS' as the England boss admits Sunday's result against Spain will define his Three Lions career
- Revealed: Why Spain 'could be at risk of breaking German law' if Lamine Yamal, 17, plays beyond 90 minutes in Euro 2024 final against England
- Lamine Yamal's dad claims his son is NOT worried about taking on England in the final of Euro 2024 - as he reveals what the 17-year-old Spanish wonderkid is like off the pitch
- Marc Cucurella reveals freak virus and burglary contributed to 'a NIGHTMARE start' to his Chelsea career... as he lifts the lid on the reaction in the Blues dressing room to Mauricio Pochettino's shock exit
- 'I enjoyed myself in prison': Man United legend Patrice Evra hits back after being handed suspended 12-month sentence as he shares bizarre video showing him wearing HANDCUFFS and jail uniform
- For decades England have been stalked by fear but now there's nothing to be scared of - Gareth Southgate's gang belong with the European elite, writes IAN LADYMAN
- Man United 'interested in Brentford striker Ivan Toney' despite imminent arrival of Joshua Zirkzee... with Bees striker 'keen on' move to Old Trafford
- England's time is now and there can be no excuses about a development process after their defeat by New Zealand, writes SIR CLIVE WOODWARD
- Harrison Butker snaps back at Serena Williams after tennis star's BRUTAL dig at him to his face at the ESPYs
- Patrick Mahomes' wife Brittany announces she's pregnant with couple's third child
- NFL legend Jerry Rice tells reporters 'I will f**k you up' while competing alongside Jason Kelce at celebrity golf tournament
- Lionel Messi's wife mocked for 'posting squat videos to strangers on the internet'
- Caitlin Clark smashes ANOTHER record in upset victory over Phoenix... after she was handed shock Olympics lifeline
- Taylor Swift subtly reacts to boyfriend Travis Kelce being named the NFL's No. 1 tight end... after he dedicated cringeworthy karaoke performance to her
- Shohei Ohtani 'decides to sell his new $8million mansion over privacy concerns after two Japanese networks revealed Dodgers star's address'
- Olivia Dunne reacts to boyfriend Paul Skenes getting pulled by the Pirates during his latest no-hitter
- See how Taylor Swift, Caitlin Clark and more stars celebrated Patrick and Brittany Mahomes' pregnancy announcement
- Man United legend Patrice Evra handed suspended 12-month PRISON sentence after being found guilty of abandoning his wife and their two children - and he owes over £800k in unpaid alimony
- Jadon Sancho returns to Man United training after calling a truce with Erik ten Hag 10 months on from fallout that saw forward eat and train on his own before loan move away
- NFL star Jonnu Smith reveals the team that plays in 'the WORST place you can be in the world'
- ESPN under fire for cutting to Damar Hamlin after death comment during the ESPYs
- Travis Kelce and brother Jason mobbed by adoring fans as NFL brothers tee it up at ACC celebrity golf tournament on Lake Tahoe
- Travis Kelce kisses golf fan's arm after hitting him with a wayward shot during Lake Tahoe celebrity golf tournament
- Travis Kelce 'BLOODIES spectator in celebrity golf tournament after accidentally shanking a tee shot off a woman's head'
- Yankees and Orioles get into wild bench-clearing brawl as Aaron Judge rushes in to break up the fight amid 'new rivalry' with Baltimore
- First Take viewers think female ESPN analyst should be the show's new NFL lead after stepping in for Stephen A Smith
- Novak Djokovic is booed AGAIN at Wimbledon after reaching the final - as celebration aimed at his daughter causes confusion for SW19 crowd
- Former NFL star's LA home burglarized after thieves 'smashed through a rear window and ransacked the property'
- 'I enjoyed myself in prison': Man United legend Patrice Evra hits back after being handed suspended 12-month sentence as he shares bizarre video showing him wearing HANDCUFFS and jail uniform
- BBC staff at Euro 2024 'feel unhappy, uncomfortable and embarrassed by Gary Lineker's criticism of Gareth Southgate - and refusal to back down' as questions are raised over drinking wine on £1.35m-a-year star's podcast
- Cooper Flagg will face same 'enormous pressure' as Caitlin Clark 'because he's white', says ESPN analyst
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