Exactly what happened as Oldham Athletic defeat Sunderland to knock holders out of Papa John's Trophy

It is match day once again as Sunderland take on Oldham Athletic in the second round of the Papa John’s Trophy at the Stadium of Light this evening.
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The Wearsiders defeated the League Two outfit last season en route to winning the competition at Wembley Stadium against Tranmere Rovers.

Sunderland topped their group and therefore have the advantage of playing at home this evening with kick-off scheduled for 7pm.

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Here, we’ll have all of the pre-match build-up plus updates from all the action as Sunderland take on Oldham Athletic:

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Sunderland vs Oldham Athletic RECAP: Updates as Black Cats return in Papa John’s Trophy

Key Events

  • Sunderland are in action against Oldham Athletic in the second round of the Papa John’s Trophy
  • The Wrearsiders won the competition last season and are now looking to defend it
  • Lee Johnson has several injuries coming into the game

Alves heads over the bar rom Wearne’s free-kick.

Oldham could have been further ahead as an attempt practically in the six yard box is blocked. Burge then makes a save. Oldham corner.

FT: Sunderland 0-1 Oldham

Boos at the full-time whistle from Sunderland fans. Oldham deserved that.