With some supporters believing the Wearsiders tend to freeze in front of the cameras, we’ve taken a look at all ten Sunderland games which have been televised since their relegation to League One – and the data is encouraging.
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1. Sunderland 2-1 Charlton Athletic (4/8/18)
Sunderland's first game in League One was televised - and who could forget the memorable scenes when Lynden Gooch netted that last minute winner? | JPIMedia Photo: Frank Reid
2. Port Vale 1-2 Sunderland (11/11/18)
BT Sport televised the Black Cats' trip to Port Vale in the FA Cup - where goals from Lynden Gooch and George Honeyman saw Jack Ross' side claim victory and progress to the second round. | JPIMedia Resell Photo: BERNADETTE MALCOLMSON
3. Bristol Rovers 0-2 Sunderland (5/3/19)
Oh what a night! Goals from Will Grigg and Lewis Morgan sent the Wearsiders to Wembley - with the nation watching via Sky Sports. | JPIMedia Photo: FRANK REID
4. Sunderland 2-2 Portsmouth (31/3/19)
The Checkatrade Trophy Final was the next time Sunderland graced the airwaves, but it was Portsmouth who shone in front of the nation as they won the trophy on penalties. | JPIMedia Photo: FRANK REID