• Allardyce bemoans ‘stupid bloody friendlies’ before international crash
• Rafael Benítez warns Newcastle players they must fightAfter his side drew 1-1 with Newcastle, the Sunderland manager Sam Allardyce criticised the international crash – and its “stupid bloody friendlies” which he feels will disrupt the momentum of his team as they battle against relegation. It will be a fortnight before Sunderland can face West Bromwich Albion and Allardyce cursed the “goddamn” two week gap. Related: Mitrovic rescues point for Newcastle in dramatic derby draw with Sunderland Continue reading...
Source: theguardian.com