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Sunderland 1997–98 away shirt (recreation)

Sunderland1997–98Away

Recreation

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Gold away shirt made by Asics, the one Sunderland wore in the 1998 play-off final at Wembley because Charlton chose their red and white shirt. The team had finished third in the First Division, then the second tier, with 90 points. That final ended 4-4 and Charlton won 7-6 on penalties; in the cups, Sunderland reached the fourth round of the FA Cup and the third round of the League Cup.

Season
1997–98
Type
Away
Brand
Asics
Colors
#C9A227

History

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Sunderland's away shirt in 1997-98 was gold. It is the one the club wore in the 1998 First Division play-off final at Wembley against Charlton Athletic, one of the most dramatic matches ever played at the old Wembley.

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