Staunton Gets A Job At Sunderland

Last updated : 22 August 2011 By Covsupport News Service/AO

Former Coventry City defender Steve Staunton has been given a job at Sunderland.

Staunton who has managed the Republic Of Ireland, has been given role of the club's match assessor, whichs sees him watching forthcoming opponents and drawing up detailed reports for manager Steve Bruce and his coaching staff, including former City boss Eric Black.

Mackams boss Steve Bruce is quoted as saying: "We are looking to Steve to bring a high level of expertise based on his long experience of football at the top level.

"He joins a very experienced backroom team here at Sunderland and I'm sure he will be a great acquisition for us."