Keane learns of promotion whilst walking dog
Sunderland boss Roy Keane learned of his side's promotion to the Barclays Premiership while out walking his dog.
The 35-year-old insisted in the wake of Friday night's 3-2 victory over Burnley, which took the Black Cats to the brink of an immediate return to the top-flight, he would not watch Derby's trip to Crystal Palace this afternoon on television.
He was as good as his word and was told the news by text message while out with his dog Triggs.
"It's great news for the club," said Keane. " I am delighted for the players, who have done a fantastic job.
"I am also delighted for all the staff, who have played such a vital part, the fans, who have been tremendous in their support for the team and for Niall and the board, who have been a great support since I arrived at the club."
Midfielder Carlos Edwards, who Keane brought to the club in January and who scored a stunning winner in Friday night's 3-2 win over Burnley, explained why his manager has proven such a success on Wearside.
"His profile said it all," he told Sky Sports News. "The calibre of the man is second to none, the things that he's achieved.
"The players want to emulate the things he's done in his career.
"Just him being in charge of the Sunderland club has given the guys that extra drive that they need to try to be the player he was.
"He won't accept second best at anything. I think the guys go out there with one intention, to do their best."
