Derek Gomes
@derek-gomes.bsky.social
#SAFC supporter and #FM enthusiast
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This was the first time Sunderland have ever come from 2+ goals down to win a Premier League game, with this the 188th time they have trailed by 2+ goals in a game in the competition (D10 L177). This time feels different.
#safc
#safc
November 29, 2025 at 5:32 PM
This was the first time Sunderland have ever come from 2+ goals down to win a Premier League game, with this the 188th time they have trailed by 2+ goals in a game in the competition (D10 L177). This time feels different.
#safc
#safc
A who's who of companies/industry leaders donating to the new WH ballroom. (Donors could remain anonymous.)
Trump’s Team Offers to Keep Some Ballroom Donors Incognito
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November 2, 2025 at 11:54 AM
A who's who of companies/industry leaders donating to the new WH ballroom. (Donors could remain anonymous.)
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Thomas Frank said Tottenham’s defeat to Chelsea “hurts massively”.
But the hurt was magnified by public displays of dissent by players and fans.
It is getting difficult to ignore the parallels between Frank and the ill-fated tenure of Nuno Espirito Santo.
@jaydmharris.bsky.social
bit.ly/4oguc8V
But the hurt was magnified by public displays of dissent by players and fans.
It is getting difficult to ignore the parallels between Frank and the ill-fated tenure of Nuno Espirito Santo.
@jaydmharris.bsky.social
bit.ly/4oguc8V
November 2, 2025 at 9:15 AM
Thomas Frank said Tottenham’s defeat to Chelsea “hurts massively”.
But the hurt was magnified by public displays of dissent by players and fans.
It is getting difficult to ignore the parallels between Frank and the ill-fated tenure of Nuno Espirito Santo.
@jaydmharris.bsky.social
bit.ly/4oguc8V
But the hurt was magnified by public displays of dissent by players and fans.
It is getting difficult to ignore the parallels between Frank and the ill-fated tenure of Nuno Espirito Santo.
@jaydmharris.bsky.social
bit.ly/4oguc8V
My #FM26 beta experience has markedly improved with the three hot fixes this week. UI is still an adjustment and will need tinkering over the next few game cycles. The 3D visuals and in and out of possession tactics are massive wins!
November 1, 2025 at 11:38 AM
My #FM26 beta experience has markedly improved with the three hot fixes this week. UI is still an adjustment and will need tinkering over the next few game cycles. The 3D visuals and in and out of possession tactics are massive wins!
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THAT’S IT!! WE’VE DONE IT!!!!
CHELSEA 1-2 SUNDERLAND!!
CHELSEA 1-2 SUNDERLAND!!
October 25, 2025 at 3:57 PM
THAT’S IT!! WE’VE DONE IT!!!!
CHELSEA 1-2 SUNDERLAND!!
CHELSEA 1-2 SUNDERLAND!!
A very pleasant surprise to represent subscribers for matchday two of @theathletic.com PL predictions game. Felt compelled to back the lads to get all three points at Burnley - even if my brain is screaming draw. #SAFC
It's week two of @theathletic.com Premier League predictions game.
Each week I'll take on a subscriber, a data algorithm and 6-year-old Wilf.
Last wk saw subscriber Vaageesh come out on top 👏
This wk the subscribers' baton is taken on by #SAFC fan Derek #PremierLeague www.nytimes.com/athletic/656...
Each week I'll take on a subscriber, a data algorithm and 6-year-old Wilf.
Last wk saw subscriber Vaageesh come out on top 👏
This wk the subscribers' baton is taken on by #SAFC fan Derek #PremierLeague www.nytimes.com/athletic/656...
Premier League Predictions: Man City vs Tottenham, Newcastle vs Liverpool and the rest of Matchday 2
How did our writer get on in MD1 against a subscriber, a child and an algorithm? And what is everyone predicting for MD2?
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August 22, 2025 at 11:01 PM
A very pleasant surprise to represent subscribers for matchday two of @theathletic.com PL predictions game. Felt compelled to back the lads to get all three points at Burnley - even if my brain is screaming draw. #SAFC
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Pure. Joy.
Scenes eight years in the making at the Stadium of Light after @SunderlandAFC return to the Premier League with a 3-0 win over West Ham
Scenes eight years in the making at the Stadium of Light after @SunderlandAFC return to the Premier League with a 3-0 win over West Ham
August 16, 2025 at 7:36 PM
Pure. Joy.
Scenes eight years in the making at the Stadium of Light after @SunderlandAFC return to the Premier League with a 3-0 win over West Ham
Scenes eight years in the making at the Stadium of Light after @SunderlandAFC return to the Premier League with a 3-0 win over West Ham
The noise at the Stadium of Light was immense as I heard it on the broadcast. The supporters have a huge role this year in getting the Lads over the line, and those in attendance today did more than their part. #SAFC
August 16, 2025 at 6:09 PM
The noise at the Stadium of Light was immense as I heard it on the broadcast. The supporters have a huge role this year in getting the Lads over the line, and those in attendance today did more than their part. #SAFC
Strong bench especially considering all our injuries.
August 16, 2025 at 1:21 PM
Strong bench especially considering all our injuries.
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This morning, a long-ish read on Sheffield Wednesday. Feels like no-one's... doing anything about a situation that is getting much worse on a near daily basis.
unexpecteddelirium.substack.com/p/sheffield-...
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Sheffield Wednesday are decaying, and no-one is doing a thing to prevent it
They're supposed to be celebrating their 160th anniversary, but instead a club from the home of football is on the brink and the silence is deafening.
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August 5, 2025 at 11:13 AM
This morning, a long-ish read on Sheffield Wednesday. Feels like no-one's... doing anything about a situation that is getting much worse on a near daily basis.
unexpecteddelirium.substack.com/p/sheffield-...
unexpecteddelirium.substack.com/p/sheffield-...
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🔴⚪️F1879 has Moved🔴⚪️
If of interest the site is now at founded1879.substack.com
When time allows, expect a mix of long and short reads going forward.
Hope you can still find something to enjoy over at Founded1879’s new home!
Shares appreciated 🙏
#SAFC
If of interest the site is now at founded1879.substack.com
When time allows, expect a mix of long and short reads going forward.
Hope you can still find something to enjoy over at Founded1879’s new home!
Shares appreciated 🙏
#SAFC
Founded1879 | Substack
Opinion | News | Interviews | Features | Sunderland AFC. Click to read Founded1879, a Substack publication. Launched 17 days ago.
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August 2, 2025 at 8:25 PM
🔴⚪️F1879 has Moved🔴⚪️
If of interest the site is now at founded1879.substack.com
When time allows, expect a mix of long and short reads going forward.
Hope you can still find something to enjoy over at Founded1879’s new home!
Shares appreciated 🙏
#SAFC
If of interest the site is now at founded1879.substack.com
When time allows, expect a mix of long and short reads going forward.
Hope you can still find something to enjoy over at Founded1879’s new home!
Shares appreciated 🙏
#SAFC
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Ready to take on the best of the fairly average?
Pit your wits against NASA's RLB wannabes, in the Fantasy Premier League.... League Code: gcwdfz
All welcome, but only one can win!
#SAFC #FantasyPremierLeague #FPL
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Pit your wits against NASA's RLB wannabes, in the Fantasy Premier League.... League Code: gcwdfz
All welcome, but only one can win!
#SAFC #FantasyPremierLeague #FPL
fantasy.premierleague.com
July 22, 2025 at 5:33 PM
Ready to take on the best of the fairly average?
Pit your wits against NASA's RLB wannabes, in the Fantasy Premier League.... League Code: gcwdfz
All welcome, but only one can win!
#SAFC #FantasyPremierLeague #FPL
fantasy.premierleague.com
Pit your wits against NASA's RLB wannabes, in the Fantasy Premier League.... League Code: gcwdfz
All welcome, but only one can win!
#SAFC #FantasyPremierLeague #FPL
fantasy.premierleague.com
Lots of storylines with #SAFC playoff campaign. One I will fondly remember is that the earliest of the five goals we scored came in the 68th minute. Highlights energy levels and (more importantly) a never-say-die attitude that speaks volumes about the character of the players and staff.
May 25, 2025 at 10:44 AM
Lots of storylines with #SAFC playoff campaign. One I will fondly remember is that the earliest of the five goals we scored came in the 68th minute. Highlights energy levels and (more importantly) a never-say-die attitude that speaks volumes about the character of the players and staff.
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I'VE NEVER SEEN SCENES LIKE IT
May 24, 2025 at 5:04 PM
I'VE NEVER SEEN SCENES LIKE IT
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Sunderland rebooted: a different club to the one that collapsed from the Premier League into League One. Evolution based on youth and prudence. Mistakes made, but new ownership has got more right than wrong. 90 minutes from PL return. www.nytimes.com/athletic/637...
Sunderland: A club reformed, revived and one game from a Premier League return
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May 23, 2025 at 7:06 AM
Sunderland rebooted: a different club to the one that collapsed from the Premier League into League One. Evolution based on youth and prudence. Mistakes made, but new ownership has got more right than wrong. 90 minutes from PL return. www.nytimes.com/athletic/637...
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Eliezer Mayenda turned 20 yesterday and his late winner gave Sunderland a 2-1 win over Coventry City today.
The youngster has lived in three countries, played in four leagues, speaks five languages and has been key to this season's promotion drive.
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/633...
The youngster has lived in three countries, played in four leagues, speaks five languages and has been key to this season's promotion drive.
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/633...
May 9, 2025 at 9:06 PM
Eliezer Mayenda turned 20 yesterday and his late winner gave Sunderland a 2-1 win over Coventry City today.
The youngster has lived in three countries, played in four leagues, speaks five languages and has been key to this season's promotion drive.
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/633...
The youngster has lived in three countries, played in four leagues, speaks five languages and has been key to this season's promotion drive.
🔗 www.nytimes.com/athletic/633...
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What’s in a name?
Most of our club nicknames find roots in their colours, the industry they came from or local folklore.
Sunderland however, whose moniker ‘The Black Cats’, is shrouded in mystery.
Read here 👇
www.footballheritage.co.uk/the-curious-...
Most of our club nicknames find roots in their colours, the industry they came from or local folklore.
Sunderland however, whose moniker ‘The Black Cats’, is shrouded in mystery.
Read here 👇
www.footballheritage.co.uk/the-curious-...
March 15, 2025 at 11:58 AM
What’s in a name?
Most of our club nicknames find roots in their colours, the industry they came from or local folklore.
Sunderland however, whose moniker ‘The Black Cats’, is shrouded in mystery.
Read here 👇
www.footballheritage.co.uk/the-curious-...
Most of our club nicknames find roots in their colours, the industry they came from or local folklore.
Sunderland however, whose moniker ‘The Black Cats’, is shrouded in mystery.
Read here 👇
www.footballheritage.co.uk/the-curious-...
As G.O.P. Eyes Medicaid Cuts, States Could be Left With Vast Shortfalls www.nytimes.com/2025/02/25/u...
Slashing Medicaid to Pay for Trump’s Tax Cuts Could Lead to Vast State Shortfalls (Gift Article)
Republicans have proposed lowering the federal share of costs for Medicaid expansions, which could reshape the program by gutting one of the Affordable Care Act’s major provisions.
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February 25, 2025 at 11:27 PM
As G.O.P. Eyes Medicaid Cuts, States Could be Left With Vast Shortfalls www.nytimes.com/2025/02/25/u...
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I remember campaigners saying a few years ago they struggled to get players involved as they would be worried about the response they’d get from the crowds. Great to see two young players like Dan Neil and Jobe modelling the new kit promoting diversity. Sport should be for everybody #SAFC
February 7, 2025 at 8:53 PM
I remember campaigners saying a few years ago they struggled to get players involved as they would be worried about the response they’d get from the crowds. Great to see two young players like Dan Neil and Jobe modelling the new kit promoting diversity. Sport should be for everybody #SAFC