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Sunderland AFC fans have sent a rallying cry to their players ahead of today’s 3pm kick-off in the capital.

Lee Johnson’s side will face League Two Tranmere. Here’s hoping the match will mark a new chapter of Wembley history on Wearside.

Here are your messages from the Sunderland Echo Facebook page:

Wear With You! Echo readers have been sharing their good luck messages ahead of the Papa John's Trophy final.

Michelle Butler: “It’s now or never lads, it’s yours for the taking. Just bring it home.”

Christine Savage: “Ha’way the lads. It’s our time to shine, been a long time coming.”

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Jean Bennett: “This is our time and our red and white ribbons are already on the trophy. Good luck lads, just play as well as you and we know you can and remember our hearts and souls are there with you.”

Sarah Hamblett: “Come on boys. We're all with you, but just supporting from our homes. We love you.”

Alan Cook: “Good luck lads, just enjoy your day and it will all come together. No matter what you are heroes here in Sunderland to all fans.”

Diane Cooper: “Good luck lads at Wembley, enjoy and bring the cup back to our fabulous Sunderland football club and your loyal fans.”

Judith Hood: “HA'WAY THE LADS, you've done us proud, go out and enjoy your day.”

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Sunderland fans say 'this is our time' in good luck messages ahead of Papa John's Trophy final