Moyes TV Misery

Sunderland boss David Moyes’ week goes from bad to worse with post game interview shocker

Seems to be no end in sight for David Moyes miserable time on Wearside. The Black Cats were knocked out the League Cup and Moyes didn't even know the name of ref who sent him off.

Warren Haughton

Published: 15:16, 27 Oct 2016
Updated: 15:50, 27 Oct 2016

SUNDERLAND boss David Moyes' miserable time in the North East continued with his embarrassing post game interview at Southampton on Wednesday.

Moyes put out a strong side but suffered another morale sapping defeat to Southampton in the League Cup courtesy of a stunning strike by Saints new boy Sofiane Boufal.

Moyes looks on as Sunderland lose againCredit: PA:Press Association

Sofiane Boufal celebrates his stunning goal against SunderlandCredit: Reuters

Moyes felt his side should have been awarded a penalty when Victor Anichebe went down in the box, but referee Chris Kavanagh rejected the visitors' appeals.

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The Black Cats boss was sent to the stands for swearing at fourth official James Adcock after his frustration boiled over in the technical area.

Saints boss Claude Puel watches on as David Moyes is sent to the standsCredit: Getty Images

To add insult to injury the Scot fronted up for his post match interview and was asked about what referee Chris Kavanagh said to him.

Moyes replied: "I don't know who Chris Kavanagh is."

David Moyes forgot who referee Chris Kavanagh was even though he sent the Scot to the standCredit: Getty Images

Moyes' interview gaffe sums up the former Manchester United manager's time in football since he was sacked at Old Trafford in 2013 for failing to qualify for the Champions League.

Moyes resurfaced in Spain with Real Sociedad in November 2014 and was sacked a year later after winning just 12 games.

David Moyes lasted just ten months after his appointment to replace Sir Alex FergusonCredit: Action Images

Sunderland's preparation for Saturday's vital home game with high flying Arsenal was hampered by thick fog as they tried to return to the North East.

The club's flight back was cancelled and they were forced to stay in a hotel overnight and undergo a recovery session on Thursday morning.

Sunderland have to pick themselves up and prepare for Saturdays visit of ArsenalCredit: PA:Press Association

They are due to arrive back on Wearside this afternoon, less than 48 hours before the vital lunch time game against the Gunners. Arsene Wenger's side will be looking to get back to winning ways after dropping points at home to Middlesbrough last weekend.

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