Leading the boys out in a Wear-Tyne Derby was a dream come true, one that the 4-year-old me who started the game could never have imagined possible.
Now that the emotions of Saturdayโs result have settled, I wanted to express my gratitude.
The pride I have for the team, the club, and the city of Sunderland is immense, especially for everyone whoโs supported me since I moved here.
Despite the painful result, the experience will stay with me forever. Experiencing one of the greatest atmospheres and games in world football is what we players strive for in our careers.
Encountering this level of atmosphere and being part of the magnitude of this game was a glimpse of what we want weekly. We aim to take this club back where it belongs, making it our daily mission for the fans and the city.
Although we didnโt get the desired result, it fuels our daily motivation to bridge the gap until this club matches the fansโ passion and history once again.
Thank you for your incredible support. We have 20 big games ahead of us. โค๏ธ๐ค