Nine pictures from Tony Mowbray's time in Sunderland as we wish him 'get well soon' - photo gallery

Some fantastic SAFC photos from the Echo archives

By Chris Cordner

Published 19th Feb 2024, 15:15 BST

Our best wishes go out to Tony Mowbray - the former SAFC manager who is facing a health fight.

As reported in the Sunderland Echo today, Tony is taking a step away from his new role as the manager of Birmingham City as he undergoes treatment for a health issue.

Let's look back at the popular manager during his time at the Stadium of Light in these nine Echo archive scenes.

Memories of Tony Mowbray's time on Wearside as we wish him good luck in his health fight.

1. Going pitchside with Tony

Memories of Tony Mowbray's time on Wearside as we wish him good luck in his health fight.

Tony gives the orders to his players in August 2022.

2. Making himself heard

Tony gives the orders to his players in August 2022.

Talking to Elliot Embleton (left) and Patrick Roberts on the day SAFC clinched a 3-0 win over Rotherham in 2022.

3. A word with the Lads

Talking to Elliot Embleton (left) and Patrick Roberts on the day SAFC clinched a 3-0 win over Rotherham in 2022.

Sunderland's league match with Luton was standing at 1-1 in October 2022 when this photo was taken.

4. Animated in 2022

Sunderland's league match with Luton was standing at 1-1 in October 2022 when this photo was taken.

Tony Mowbray SAFC Sunderland Nostalgia Sunderland Echo

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