Sunderland AFC transfer news RECAP: Wembley reaction and Accrington build-up as under-23 side face Wolves

Sunderland have finally done it – they are Wembley winners once again.
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Lynden Gooch’s strike against Tranmere Rovers yesterday ensured that's the Black Cats lifted the Papa John’s Trophy and secured a first win at the national stadium since 1973.

The celebrations were somewhat muted without fans, but this was still a win and a weekend that meant a great deal to Sunderland’s players, staff, supporters and shareholders – with new owner Kyril Louis-Dreyfus enjoying the celebrations!

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And while focus will quickly turn to the League One clash at Accrington Stanley on Wednesday evening, there’s still plenty more to dissect from the win at Wembley.

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Scroll down to find all the reaction to the cup triumph, as well as analysis and insight from our team who were at the game.

There’s also build-up to this week’s matches, with the Wearsiders still firmly in the League One promotion picture with 13 games to go.