Sunderland hope to climb league table tonight

Sunderland can go eighth tonight with a win over Blackburn at Ewood park.

Kick off is at eight o’clock

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The signs appear to be positive regarding Fabrice Muamba.

As of the last update from the London Chest Hospital, he’s now able to recognise and respond to family members.

He can breathe without the help of a ventilator, and there’s movement in his arms and legs.

His captain at Bolton, Kevin Davies, says Muamba is a particularly popular member of the squad.

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