Sunderland's epic play-off story - and why we all have to play our part

Here we go again with the highs and lows of the play-offs and Sunderland.
By Chris Cordner
Published 16th May 2023, 13:37 BST
Updated 16th May 2023, 13:37 BST
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How much heartache have we had over the years.

We beat Newcastle in 1990 only to come unstuck against Swindon in the final.

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We lost out in the semi final against Palace in 2004 and won a hard-fought semi with Portsmouth in 2019 only for Charlton to beat us again.

And then there was the 2021 semi final heartache against Lincoln.

Supporting their heroes at the 2019 play-off final.Supporting their heroes at the 2019 play-off final.
Supporting their heroes at the 2019 play-off final.

It all looks so different now

But it's been different lately.

We won a semi against Sheffield Wednesday and a fantastic final against Wycombe last year.

And these young lads, who are making Wearside so proud, are ready to do it again.

So lets back them for one last push as we Dare to Dream once more. Haway the Lads.

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