The 2015–16 season is Sunderland's 137th season in existence, and their ninth consecutive season in the Premier League. Along with competing in the Premier League, the club also participated in the FA Cup and League Cup. The season covers the period from 1 July 2015 to 30 June 2016. On May 11 2016, Sunderland confirmed a tenth consecutive Premier League season with a 3–0 victory over Everton at the Stadium of Light. Simultaneously, the result confirmed the relegation of arch-rivals Newcastle.
Joyous Black Cats celebrate a goal at home to Chelsea, May 2016
Jermain Defoe top-scored with eighteen goals.
Yann M'Vila (left) made 37 appearances for Sunderland, more than anyone else.
Patrick van Aanholt
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Patrick John Miguel van Aanholt is a Dutch professional footballer who plays as a left-back for Eredivisie club PSV, on loan from Süper Lig club Galatasaray, and the Netherlands national team.
Van Aanholt playing for Chelsea in 2010
Van Aanholt with Vitesse in 2012
Van Aanholt playing for Sunderland in 2015