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Sunderland appoint Big Sam as new manager

SUNDERLAND are 7-2 with Coral to stay in the Premier League after the Black Cats appointed Sam Allardyce as their new manager.

Allardyce replaces Dick Advocaat in the Stadium of Light hotseat with Sunderland struggling down in 19th spot in the Premier League.

Coral rate Allardyce 3-1 to finish above neighbours Newcastle, while Big Sam is evens to sign stalwart Kevin Nolan before the close of the January transfer window.

Allardyce starts at West Brom on October 17. They are now 3-1 from 100-30 with Betfred to record their first win of the Premier League season at the Hawthorns.

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