'At least Christmas can't be ruined!': Sunderland fans back 'sensible' club decision as THREE League One games postponed

The Black Cats were without eight players for the visit of AFC Wimbledon in midweek after one senior player returned a positive test – with seven more players then forced to self-isolate.

And after a fresh round of testing revealed more positive cases, the club have informed the EFL that they will not be able to fulfil their fixtures against Shrewsbury Town, Blackpool and Hull City.

Fans have supported the call and believe a common-sense approach has been taken.

Here’s what they were saying on social media:

@swainyftm said: “Was needed. Hate playing catch up rather know if we have points or not but nout we can do”

@15jgilmore added: “As much as they let me down, I’ll still miss it”

@Ellisjw12 joked: “At least Christmas can’t be ruined”

@jxdeee__ commented: “best way to keep everyone safe, wishing everyone a quick recovery!”

@ewanb1992 posted: “Common sense has finally prevailed.”

@StevePSAFC tweeted: “Sensible thing to do.”

@AvengerThor3006 added: “Hope everyone recovers. Everyone at the club stay safe.”

@RJaxX said: “Stay safe - think of it as a winter break and come back raring to go.”

@jacobcunliffe10 posted: “Sensible decision, would have been helpful last night”

@lewy_g01 commented: “Wishing the lads a speedy recovery!”

@PeterJWhalen7 tweeted: “Hope everyone makes a swift recovery and we come back stronger than ever. Would much rather have the three games postponed and have a fit squad to select from then play games with a threadbare squad”

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