Sunderland AFC. formed on Wearside. Founded in 1879. Followed through generations.

Founded1879 was, erm founded in 2024. Geared towards the Sunderland AFC supporter who wants to go deeper, we tell the stories that matter about the Wearside club we love. Carefully crafted long-reads, independent opinions and interviews with important voices on all things SAFC. All curated for you. Take a break from what you are doing, grab that beverage of choice and dive in.

Latest Writing

Opposition Lowdown: Millwall FC vs Sunderland AFC

Graeme Atkinson 20 November 2024

Ahead of the weekend’s trip to the Den, we chat to the folks at That

What next for Sunderland’s Stadium of Light?

Graeme Atkinson 19 November 2024

It is 30th July 1997 and aging rockers Status Quo descend onto a football pitch

Can Sunderland’s Squad Depth Hold Up for a Promotion Push?

Graeme Atkinson 11 November 2024

As we head into what is surely the 115th international break of the season, Sunderland

“The fans are the lifeblood and I am in awe of their undying commitment to the club…” Nick Barnes Q&A

Graeme Atkinson 6 November 2024

Founded1879 talks to Nick Barnes, Broadcast Journalist/Sunderland commentator at BBC Newcastle, to chat about using

Opposition Lowdown: QPR vs Sunderland AFC

Graeme Atkinson 31 October 2024

Ahead of Sunderland’s trip to Loftus Road on Saturday we catch up with Hoopsa to

Has Sunderland AFC finally solved their striker woes?

Graeme Atkinson 31 October 2024

It has been 1368 days since Ross Stewart inked a permanent deal on Wearside and

What next for Sunderland’s Stadium of Light?

Graeme Atkinson 19 November 2024

It is 30th July 1997 and aging rockers Status Quo descend onto a football pitch

Can Sunderland’s Squad Depth Hold Up for a Promotion Push?

Graeme Atkinson 11 November 2024

As we head into what is surely the 115th international break of the season, Sunderland

“The fans are the lifeblood and I am in awe of their undying commitment to the club…” Nick Barnes Q&A

Graeme Atkinson 6 November 2024

Founded1879 talks to Nick Barnes, Broadcast Journalist/Sunderland commentator at BBC Newcastle, to chat about using

“Le Bris is clearly the most important part of this.” Simon O’Rourke Q&A

Graeme Atkinson 16 September 2024

Founded1879 talks to Simon O’Rourke, Sports Correspondent for ITV Tyne Tees and Border, to discuss

Opposition Lowdown: Millwall FC vs Sunderland AFC

Graeme Atkinson 20 November 2024

Ahead of the weekend’s trip to the Den, we chat to the folks at That

Opposition Lowdown: QPR vs Sunderland AFC

Graeme Atkinson 31 October 2024

Ahead of Sunderland’s trip to Loftus Road on Saturday we catch up with Hoopsa to

Régis Le Bris: The First 100 Days at Sunderland AFC

Graeme Atkinson 14 October 2024

It took over 100 days for Sunderland AFC’s board to settle on Régis Le Bris.

Sunderland’s Footballing Prodigy: Just how big of a talent is Chris Rigg?

Graeme Atkinson 7 October 2024

Chris Rigg does not wait around. Having first joined Sunderland AFC at primary school age,

Banishing Burton Ghosts: Why Luke O’Nien is key to Sunderland revival

Graeme Atkinson 18 September 2024

Remember 21st April 2018. For a moment, let the emotions wash over like they did

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Carefully crafted long-reads, independent opinions and interviews with important voices on all things SAFC

Sunderland AFC. formed on Wearside. Founded in 1879. Followed through generations.

Latest Writing

Opposition Lowdown: Millwall FC vs Sunderland AFC

What next for Sunderland’s Stadium of Light?

Can Sunderland’s Squad Depth Hold Up for a Promotion Push?

“The fans are the lifeblood and I am in awe of their undying commitment to the club…” Nick Barnes Q&A

Opposition Lowdown: QPR vs Sunderland AFC

Has Sunderland AFC finally solved their striker woes?

OPINION

What next for Sunderland’s Stadium of Light?

Can Sunderland’s Squad Depth Hold Up for a Promotion Push?

interviews

“The fans are the lifeblood and I am in awe of their undying commitment to the club…” Nick Barnes Q&A

“Le Bris is clearly the most important part of this.” Simon O’Rourke Q&A

features

Opposition Lowdown: Millwall FC vs Sunderland AFC

Opposition Lowdown: QPR vs Sunderland AFC

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Régis Le Bris: The First 100 Days at Sunderland AFC

Sunderland’s Footballing Prodigy: Just how big of a talent is Chris Rigg?

Banishing Burton Ghosts: Why Luke O’Nien is key to Sunderland revival

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