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Gateshead manager Mike Williamson (photo Charles Waugh)

Former Newcastle star ready for first Wembley visit with Gateshead Mark Carruthers

Gateshead celebrate their third goal in the FA Trophy semi-final win against Barnet (photo Charles Waugh)

One last push needed as Gateshead return to their sliding doors moment Mark Carruthers

Gateshead goalkeeper James Montgomery (photo Charlie Waugh)

Gateshead star aims to follow in Sunderland FA Cup legend’s footsteps Mark Carruthers

Supercomputer predicts Luton v Sunderland as Wembley awaits the winner Mark Carruthers

Luton Town v Sunderland team news as eight ruled out and three return Mark Carruthers

Town striker Elijah Adebayo looks to get forward against Sunderland

Ex-Everton star’s ‘more pressure’ claim ahead of Luton v Sunderland Mark Carruthers

Gateshead defender Louis Storey (photo Charlie Waugh)

Gateshead defender wants to reward supporters with FA Trophy Final win Mark Carruthers

6.8

A quite simply exceptional first season on Wearside, marred only by his early foot injury that kept him out for a good chunk of the first half of the season. Comfortable on the ball, quick and excellent in the air - he looks to have it all and a massive future in the game. The player closest to Ross Stewart in our average ratings.

Sunderland v Luton Town team news as nine ruled out and two are doubts Mark Carruthers

Sunderland vs Luton Town

Sunderland’s Championship play-off chances rated by supercomputer Mark Carruthers

Sunderland fans in action away at Preston North End as Tony Mowbray's side secured their place in the play-off with a 3-0 win at Deepdale.

12-year trend Sunderland must overcome to seal Premier League return Mark Carruthers

Gateshead star Adam Campbell had mixed emotions after his side’s 2-2 home draw with York City (Photo Charlie Waugh)

Former Newcastle United forward relishing senior role at Gateshead Mark Carruthers

Sheffield United's Oli McBurnie (left) and Sunderland's Daniel Ballard battle for the ball during the Sky Bet Championship match at the Stadium of Light: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire.

Sunderland’s stunning attendances compared to Championship rivals Mark Carruthers

Gateshead manager Mike Williamson (photo Charles Waugh)

Williamson hails Gateshead form after league season ends with a win Mark Carruthers

Gateshead defender Robbie Tinkler (photo Charles Waugh)

System change has in-form Gateshead in good shape - Tinkler Mark Carruthers

South Shields boss Kevin Phillips.

Sunderland legend reacts after shock exit Mark Carruthers

Gateshead secured their National League status with a goalless draw against Dorking Wanderers (photo Charles Waugh)

Mike Williamson delighted by Gateshead’s successful relegation battle Mark Carruthers

Gateshead assistant manager Ian Watson (photo Charles Waugh)

Assistant manager Ian Watson sets challenge for in-form Gateshead Mark Carruthers

Greg Olley celebrates scoring the opening goal in Gateshead’s 2-0 home win against Scunthorpe United on Good Friday (photo Charles Waugh)

Williamson urges Gateshead to embrace hectic National League schedule Mark Carruthers

Former Sunderland youngster Stephen Wearne has made a fine start to his loan spell at Gateshead (photo Charles Waugh)

Former Sunderland youngster making the most of Gateshead move Mark Carruthers

Louis Storey celebrates after scoring Gateshead’s first goal in their 3-0 home win against Dagenham & Redbridge (photo Charles Waugh)

Storey tells the tale of Gateshead’s improvement in relegation fight Mark Carruthers

Middlesbrough youngster Kamil Conteh has made a big impression since joining National League side Gateshead on loan earlier this season (photo Charles Waugh)

The ‘monster’ Boro youngster making a big impact on loan at Gateshead Mark Carruthers

Ex-SAFC forward wants Black Cats youngsters to learn from his mistakes Mark Carruthers

Sunderland RCA (in blue) take on Seaham Red Star in an Ebac Northern League Division One clash in February 2023 (photo Simon Mears)

Why SAFC, NUFC & Boro supporters should back their local clubs Mark Carruthers

South Shields man Jordan Hunter - Photo by Kev Wilson

Ex-SAFC defender issues warning to South Shields ahead of key clash Mark Carruthers

Sunderland star Patterson hailed after maiden Three Lions call-up Mark Carruthers

Former NUFC academy star closing on comeback to boost Gateshead Mark Carruthers

Gateshead celebrate after Adam Campbell scored their second goal in the 3-1 win against Southend United (photo Charles Waugh)

Gateshead handed home draw in FA Trophy semi-final Mark Carruthers

Gateshead goalkeeper James Montgomery in action during the FA Trophy quarter-final win over Farsley Celtic (photo Charles Waugh)

Gateshead star targets Wembley after FA Trophy shoot-out heroics Mark Carruthers

Mike Williamson challenges for the ball in Gateshead’s FA Trophy quarter-final win against Farsley Celtic (photo Charlie Waugh)

Ex-NUFC defender ‘delighted’ as Gateshead move 90 minutes from Wembley Mark Carruthers

Gateshead midfielder Dan Ward (photo Charles Waugh)

Ex-NUFC academy star aiming for FA Trophy progress with Gateshead Mark Carruthers

Sunderland RCA manager Martin Swales

Swales hails Sunderland RCA character after dramatic win at Tow Law Mark Carruthers

The 22-year-old has started every Championship fixture for Sunderland this season and is reportedly attracting interest from some Premier League clubs.

SAFC’s £121m starting XI after summer transfer window - acc to FM2023 Mark Carruthers

Gateshead manager Mike Williamson (photo Charles Waugh)

Gateshead boss won’t change approach after win against Oldham Athletic Mark Carruthers

Former Sunderland RCA manager Martin Swales

Swales ready for ‘biggest challenge’ after returning to Sunderland RCA Mark Carruthers

Sunderland RCA (in blue) take on Seaham Red Star in an Ebac Northern League Division One clash in February 2023 (photo Simon Mears)

Sunderland RCA to withdraw Northern League resignation as manager goes Mark Carruthers

Sunderland youngster Michael Spellman made an instinct impact in his loan spell at Blyth Spartans after helping his new side to a 1-0 win at Leamington (photo Paul Scott)

SAFC youngster handed challenge after landing Blyth Spartans loan move Mark Carruthers