On This Day (31st Oct 1973): Halom Is Sunderland’s Hattrick Hero!

Ah, man, I can still see him now, arm in the air, Spartacus-like, proclaiming his hat-trick to the crowd as we roared back, ...

Five FA Cup fairytale upsets and giant-killings you've never heard of

Our round-up of obscure David vs Goliath showdowns long before Premier League teams get involved in the FA Cup.
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Tony Mowbray reveals Sunderland 'affinity' after supporting them in 1973 FA Cup final

Tony Mowbray has revealed he started an ‘affinity’ with Sunderland after cheering them on in the 1973 FA Cup final against Leeds. The 1973 Cup Final is the stuff of legend, not just on Wearside but in ...
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I signed for Sunderland when I was just 15 and became a club legend

Synonymous with that double save against Leeds United in the 1973 FA Cup final, Jim Montgomery smiled, “I’ve loved this club for as long as I can remember.” Breaking Don Revie’s heart by keeping out ...