His famous quote stating: “I learned my trade at Arsenal, became a footballer at Manchester City, but Sunderland got under my skin. I love Sunderland," has become legendary on Wearside.
A player, chairman, caretaker manager, Quinn has done it all for the Black Cats cementing himself firmly in Wearside folklaw! Simply scroll down and click through the pages to view the brilliant Sunderland Echo archive photos.
5. 1999
Niall Quinn and Kevin Phillips during a 2-1 derby day win over rivals Newcastle United at St James's Park. Photo: JPIMedia
6. 1999
Niall Quinn celebrates scoring a goal in a 4-1 win over Chelsea at the Stadium of Light. Photo: Sunderland Echo
7. 1997
Niall Quinn during a 3-1 victory over Port Vale back in 1997. Photo: Sunderland Echo
8. 1999
Niall Quinn during a game at Gigg Lane against Bury, Sunderland won 5-2. Photo: Sunderland Echo