Phil Smith
@philsmithreporter.bsky.social
#SAFC reporter for the Sunderland Echo. Maybe some cricket and music and stuff, too.
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Morning - new #onthewhistle vid up today looking at the Premier League's new financial rules.
Is this good news for #SAFC if they stay up and how it will impact their model? All explored here ⬇️
youtu.be/dxTsXizxMII
Is this good news for #SAFC if they stay up and how it will impact their model? All explored here ⬇️
youtu.be/dxTsXizxMII
What the Premier League's new financial rules mean for Sunderland and their model - #onthewhistle
YouTube video by Sunderland Echo - SAFC
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November 26, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Morning - new #onthewhistle vid up today looking at the Premier League's new financial rules.
Is this good news for #SAFC if they stay up and how it will impact their model? All explored here ⬇️
youtu.be/dxTsXizxMII
Is this good news for #SAFC if they stay up and how it will impact their model? All explored here ⬇️
youtu.be/dxTsXizxMII
Morning - new #onthewhistle vid up today looking at the Premier League's new financial rules.
Is this good news for #SAFC if they stay up and how it will impact their model? All explored here ⬇️
youtu.be/dxTsXizxMII
Is this good news for #SAFC if they stay up and how it will impact their model? All explored here ⬇️
youtu.be/dxTsXizxMII
What the Premier League's new financial rules mean for Sunderland and their model - #onthewhistle
YouTube video by Sunderland Echo - SAFC
youtu.be
November 26, 2025 at 11:20 AM
Morning - new #onthewhistle vid up today looking at the Premier League's new financial rules.
Is this good news for #SAFC if they stay up and how it will impact their model? All explored here ⬇️
youtu.be/dxTsXizxMII
Is this good news for #SAFC if they stay up and how it will impact their model? All explored here ⬇️
youtu.be/dxTsXizxMII
A little bit of a rambling column reflecting on a rare off day for #SAFC this season - and why it was a reminder of just how well they are doing generally
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What Sunderland and Régis Le Bris mustn't do after rare off-day
Sunderland fell to just their third defeat of the Premier League campaign at Craven Cottage on Saturday
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November 25, 2025 at 5:26 PM
A little bit of a rambling column reflecting on a rare off day for #SAFC this season - and why it was a reminder of just how well they are doing generally
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🚨 MONDAY POD 🚨
A defeat for #SAFC bit of ever some perspective was needed…
Three defeats all season in the League but a frustrating performance, discussed with @philsmithreporter.bsky.social
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A defeat for #SAFC bit of ever some perspective was needed…
Three defeats all season in the League but a frustrating performance, discussed with @philsmithreporter.bsky.social
Apple: shorturl.at/Hn3nN
Spotify: shorturl.at/WEOmX
Website: wisemensay.co.uk
November 24, 2025 at 8:11 PM
🚨 MONDAY POD 🚨
A defeat for #SAFC bit of ever some perspective was needed…
Three defeats all season in the League but a frustrating performance, discussed with @philsmithreporter.bsky.social
Apple: shorturl.at/Hn3nN
Spotify: shorturl.at/WEOmX
Website: wisemensay.co.uk
A defeat for #SAFC bit of ever some perspective was needed…
Three defeats all season in the League but a frustrating performance, discussed with @philsmithreporter.bsky.social
Apple: shorturl.at/Hn3nN
Spotify: shorturl.at/WEOmX
Website: wisemensay.co.uk
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November 22, 2025 at 5:26 PM
The ratings from Craven Cottage.
Not much to write home about today
#SAFC
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Not much to write home about today
#SAFC
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Phil Smith's Sunderland player ratings vs Fulham with 5s and 6s aplenty
Sunderland resumed their Premier League campaign against Fulham on Saturday
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November 22, 2025 at 5:14 PM
The ratings from Craven Cottage.
Not much to write home about today
#SAFC
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Not much to write home about today
#SAFC
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Some on the whistle analysis from Craven Cottage.
A late winner, but a deserved one for Fulham. #SAFC poor today
sunderlandecho.com/sport/football/sunderland-afc/fulham-analysis-5413377
A late winner, but a deserved one for Fulham. #SAFC poor today
sunderlandecho.com/sport/football/sunderland-afc/fulham-analysis-5413377
I just watched Sunderland lose late at Fulham - this is what went wrong
Sunderland fell to a 1-0 defeat against Fulham at Craven Cottage
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November 22, 2025 at 4:57 PM
Some on the whistle analysis from Craven Cottage.
A late winner, but a deserved one for Fulham. #SAFC poor today
sunderlandecho.com/sport/football/sunderland-afc/fulham-analysis-5413377
A late winner, but a deserved one for Fulham. #SAFC poor today
sunderlandecho.com/sport/football/sunderland-afc/fulham-analysis-5413377
Not often we've said it this season but a v dull half.
#SAFC rock solid to begin with but played themselves into a bit of trouble at times. Fulham a threat on the break (Harry Wilson v good) but pedestrian against a low block.
All a bit sluggish across the board, tbh.
#SAFC rock solid to begin with but played themselves into a bit of trouble at times. Fulham a threat on the break (Harry Wilson v good) but pedestrian against a low block.
All a bit sluggish across the board, tbh.
November 22, 2025 at 3:49 PM
Not often we've said it this season but a v dull half.
#SAFC rock solid to begin with but played themselves into a bit of trouble at times. Fulham a threat on the break (Harry Wilson v good) but pedestrian against a low block.
All a bit sluggish across the board, tbh.
#SAFC rock solid to begin with but played themselves into a bit of trouble at times. Fulham a threat on the break (Harry Wilson v good) but pedestrian against a low block.
All a bit sluggish across the board, tbh.
Big Premier League news today - from next season there's no more PSR.
Here's what you need to know about the new rules coming to place
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Here's what you need to know about the new rules coming to place
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What Sunderland fans need to know about the Premier League's new financial rules
The Premier League have confirmed the outcome of a major vote amongst clubs today
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November 21, 2025 at 12:38 PM
Big Premier League news today - from next season there's no more PSR.
Here's what you need to know about the new rules coming to place
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Here's what you need to know about the new rules coming to place
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Ghisolfi: We’ll be active in January window - but our priority is the players have in the building
#SAFC
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#SAFC
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Florent Ghisolfi sets out how Sunderland will approach January transfer window
Sunderland will look to build on a strong start to the season when the January transfer window opens
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November 14, 2025 at 7:21 AM
Ghisolfi: We’ll be active in January window - but our priority is the players have in the building
#SAFC
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#SAFC
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Just giving this a bump in case you missed it this morning :)
Morning #SAFC folk
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Florent Ghisolfi exclusive: Sunderland's DoF opens up on future plans
Sunderland’s new director of football tells Phil Smith about his decision to join the club, his time so far and future plans
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November 13, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Just giving this a bump in case you missed it this morning :)
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Morning #SAFC folk
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Florent Ghisolfi exclusive: Sunderland's DoF opens up on future plans
Sunderland’s new director of football tells Phil Smith about his decision to join the club, his time so far and future plans
www.sunderlandecho.com
November 13, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Morning #SAFC folk
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Morning #SAFC folk
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Florent Ghisolfi exclusive: Sunderland's DoF opens up on future plans
Sunderland’s new director of football tells Phil Smith about his decision to join the club, his time so far and future plans
www.sunderlandecho.com
November 13, 2025 at 8:23 AM
Morning #SAFC folk
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Think/hope you’ll enjoy my interview with Florent Ghisolfi, his first since joining the club.
Chatting about his decision to choose Wearside for his next project, what he’s learned so far and what’s next - loads to get stuck into
🔴⚪️
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
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Wrote a little column on Sunderland, another late goal, another memorable night and the magic coming back
Hope you enjoy x
#SAFC
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Hope you enjoy x
#SAFC
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Phil Smith: What it was like covering another memorable Sunderland fightback
Sunderland scored a late equaliser to secure a 2-2 draw with Arsenal at the Stadium of Light
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November 9, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Wrote a little column on Sunderland, another late goal, another memorable night and the magic coming back
Hope you enjoy x
#SAFC
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Hope you enjoy x
#SAFC
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Wrote a little column on Sunderland, another late goal, another memorable night and the magic coming back
Hope you enjoy x
#SAFC
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Hope you enjoy x
#SAFC
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Phil Smith: What it was like covering another memorable Sunderland fightback
Sunderland scored a late equaliser to secure a 2-2 draw with Arsenal at the Stadium of Light
www.sunderlandecho.com
November 9, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Wrote a little column on Sunderland, another late goal, another memorable night and the magic coming back
Hope you enjoy x
#SAFC
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Hope you enjoy x
#SAFC
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
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November 8, 2025 at 8:17 PM
November 8, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Some on the whistle analysis. Sunderland go til the end, again. Tremendous point.
The moment belonged to Brobbey, but how fitting Ballard and Hume were involved. Both superb against the league leaders
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The moment belonged to Brobbey, but how fitting Ballard and Hume were involved. Both superb against the league leaders
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
I just watched Sunderland save superb draw against Arsenal - this is how they did it
Sunderland secured a huge point in their battle for Premier League survival
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November 8, 2025 at 7:41 PM
Some on the whistle analysis. Sunderland go til the end, again. Tremendous point.
The moment belonged to Brobbey, but how fitting Ballard and Hume were involved. Both superb against the league leaders
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
The moment belonged to Brobbey, but how fitting Ballard and Hume were involved. Both superb against the league leaders
www.sunderlandecho.com/sport/footba...
Near perfect half from #SAFC
Stop-start game, which suits them just fine. Limited Arsenal to very little, though Saliba missed a golden chance.
Glorious goal from Ballard, both the touch to control and the half volley to finish. Long 45 ahead but so far, so very good.
Stop-start game, which suits them just fine. Limited Arsenal to very little, though Saliba missed a golden chance.
Glorious goal from Ballard, both the touch to control and the half volley to finish. Long 45 ahead but so far, so very good.
November 8, 2025 at 6:27 PM
Near perfect half from #SAFC
Stop-start game, which suits them just fine. Limited Arsenal to very little, though Saliba missed a golden chance.
Glorious goal from Ballard, both the touch to control and the half volley to finish. Long 45 ahead but so far, so very good.
Stop-start game, which suits them just fine. Limited Arsenal to very little, though Saliba missed a golden chance.
Glorious goal from Ballard, both the touch to control and the half volley to finish. Long 45 ahead but so far, so very good.
