Sunderland relegated from the Premier League after 10 consecutive seasons
The Black Cats defeat to Bournemouth at the Stadium of Light, along with Hull's 0-0 draw with Southampton, means Sunderland will play in the Championship next season.
Former defender Gary Bennett: Sunderland "need to get that relationship back with the supporters"
The former Sunderland defender Gary Bennett believes the Black Cats need to "plan ahead" for a season in the Championship.
Bournemouth's 1-0 win at the Stadium of Light condemned David Moyes' side to relegation after 10 seasons in the Premier League.
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Sunderland only have themselves to blame for relegation
Sunderland have finally lost their battle against relegations and it was certainly years in the making, writes Simon O'Rourke.
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Moyes: 'This is my worst day in football'
The Black Cats boss has spoken to the media following his side's one nil defeat to Bournemouth which relegated them from the Premier League.
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Sunderland fan blog: 'So it's finally over...'
The Black Cats will play next season in the Championship after being relegated from the Premier League.