The League Paper

SLICE OF GLORY COULD BE TASTE OF FUTURE…

by
The LeaguePaper Team
21 March 2021

SUCCESS: Lee Johnson

IN THE annals of Sunderland’s history, the Papa John’s Trophy is not something that will stand alongside their greatest achievements.
But in the context of recent struggles, last weekend’s triumph over Tranmere at Wembley could prove to be hugely significant.
Confidence is massive in football at any level and the players at Sunderland have had too little for too long.
They’ve struggled with that expectation of being a big club in League One who are expected to win every game.
They overcame that mental block at Wembley and it could be a gam...

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