I thought this would already be posted here by our resident sexy diva sports reporter...Katie I'm disappionted lol 
Sunderland have sacked manager Mick McCarthy following Sunday's defeat to Manchester City.
The former Republic of Ireland boss was downhearted after seeing his side concede two early goals at The City of Manchester Stadium, although the bottom club battled back well before losing 2-1.
The Wearsiders have gained only ten points all season and are in great danger of beating their own record for the lowest-ever Premiership points tally. The latest defeat at the weekend leaves them 16 points away from safety and relegation seems a certainty.
Indeed, Sunderland have failed to obtain a home win all season in the league but they have picked up two victories on their travels.
McCarthy caused some consternation with chairman Bob Murray recently when appearing to indicate that he considered building a team capable of getting back into the top flight at the start of the season, although the Black Cats boss claimed his comments were misconstrued.
Sunderland were crowned Coca-Cola League champions last term but have seen Wigan Athletic and West Ham adapt far better to life at the highest level.
Murray will appoint a caretaker manager until the end of the season before appointing a permanent new boss in the summer.
Popular coach Kevin Ball will be among the favourites to take over the reins.
"I would like to thank Mick McCarthy for his efforts for the club and wish him and his family the best for the future," said Murray.
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Sunderland have handed Kevin Ball the manager's job following the sacking of Mick McCarthy.
McCarthy was axed on Monday following Sunderland's 22nd defeat of the season at Manchester City on Sunday.
Ball has been handed the job on a short-term basis until the end of the season, with ten games left this term.
The former Sunderland captain will take charge for the first time this weekend against Wigan Athletic.
Ball is among the fans favourite to succeed McCarthy on a permanent basis after enjoying nine successful years on Wearside during the 1990s.
Sunderland chairman Bob Murray believes Ball, who was working as the club's Academy assistant manager, is the right man to lead the club for the rest of the season.
"We have appointed Kevin Ball caretaker manager until the end of the season and hope supporters will give him their full backing," Murray told the club's official website.
"Kevin has always felt passionately about Sunderland and is a true professional.
"His grit, determination and leadership qualities have always been greatly appreciated by Sunderland fans and the club.
"Sunderland fans have been incredibly tolerant and supportive in the last few months, which have been very difficult, and I would also like to thank them for that.
"Now is the time to give Kevin Ball and the team support to try to get back to winning ways.
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Guess there are no surprises in his sacking. Anyone feel sorry for him? I just don't think he's up to scratch for managing in The Premiership. Can't imagine him giving a stirring speach or having a go at the players. He couldn't motivate an alcoholic to drink Carling. But saying that he did win The Championship last season.
Sunderland have sacked manager Mick McCarthy following Sunday's defeat to Manchester City.
The former Republic of Ireland boss was downhearted after seeing his side concede two early goals at The City of Manchester Stadium, although the bottom club battled back well before losing 2-1.
The Wearsiders have gained only ten points all season and are in great danger of beating their own record for the lowest-ever Premiership points tally. The latest defeat at the weekend leaves them 16 points away from safety and relegation seems a certainty.
Indeed, Sunderland have failed to obtain a home win all season in the league but they have picked up two victories on their travels.
McCarthy caused some consternation with chairman Bob Murray recently when appearing to indicate that he considered building a team capable of getting back into the top flight at the start of the season, although the Black Cats boss claimed his comments were misconstrued.
Sunderland were crowned Coca-Cola League champions last term but have seen Wigan Athletic and West Ham adapt far better to life at the highest level.
Murray will appoint a caretaker manager until the end of the season before appointing a permanent new boss in the summer.
Popular coach Kevin Ball will be among the favourites to take over the reins.
"I would like to thank Mick McCarthy for his efforts for the club and wish him and his family the best for the future," said Murray.
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Sunderland have handed Kevin Ball the manager's job following the sacking of Mick McCarthy.
McCarthy was axed on Monday following Sunderland's 22nd defeat of the season at Manchester City on Sunday.
Ball has been handed the job on a short-term basis until the end of the season, with ten games left this term.
The former Sunderland captain will take charge for the first time this weekend against Wigan Athletic.
Ball is among the fans favourite to succeed McCarthy on a permanent basis after enjoying nine successful years on Wearside during the 1990s.
Sunderland chairman Bob Murray believes Ball, who was working as the club's Academy assistant manager, is the right man to lead the club for the rest of the season.
"We have appointed Kevin Ball caretaker manager until the end of the season and hope supporters will give him their full backing," Murray told the club's official website.
"Kevin has always felt passionately about Sunderland and is a true professional.
"His grit, determination and leadership qualities have always been greatly appreciated by Sunderland fans and the club.
"Sunderland fans have been incredibly tolerant and supportive in the last few months, which have been very difficult, and I would also like to thank them for that.
"Now is the time to give Kevin Ball and the team support to try to get back to winning ways.
http://home.skysports.com/list.asp?...=&lid=3&title=Ball+takes+charge+at+Sunderland
Guess there are no surprises in his sacking. Anyone feel sorry for him? I just don't think he's up to scratch for managing in The Premiership. Can't imagine him giving a stirring speach or having a go at the players. He couldn't motivate an alcoholic to drink Carling. But saying that he did win The Championship last season.
