Excitement is mounting for the team’s return to the Premier League.
Here’s a look back to 2007 when the Black Cats were getting set for their top flight campaign with a pre-season visit to Dublin.
There are SAFC faces galore to recognise in 13 great photo memories from the archives.
In case you missed it;
2. Reflections from 2007
Signing autographs for young fans on tour. Remember this from 18 years ago? | se
3. On the ball in Dublin
Tell us if this nostalgic scene from SAFC in Dublin brings back great memories for you. | se
4. Heading back to 2007
A header from Danny Collins in a practice match 18 years ago. Share your own memories of following Sunderland back then. | se
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