Famous from Wearside - but here they are when they were younger

They look so young - but they went on to be famous

Who's ready for more well known faces when they were young.

We've got four more Wearside icons to guess from days gone by and when they became famous.

A world star within years

We've got an England star pictured at school in 2003 - and all set to head off to the World Cup soon.

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What about this cheerful lad in 1993 or this one from 2010.

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On his way to legend status

And lastly, this chirpy youngster would soon become an SAFC legend.

To find out who they are, watch our video.

And watch out for more Sunderland Echo archive memories soon.

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