On this day in 2015: Sam Allardyce appointed Sunderland manager
The IndependentSign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Sunderland appointed Sam Allardyce as their new manager on a two-year contract on this day in 2015. “He has vast experience of managing in the Premier League and an understanding first hand of the north east and the passion of our fans, which will stand him in great stead.” Allardyce had lasted only eight months in charge of Newcastle, but subsequently rebuilt his reputation with successful spells at Blackburn and West Ham. I can’t wait to get started.” Allardyce successfully saved the Black Cats from relegation and was named England manager in July 2016.
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