After 27 Years, A Dream Trip To The Stadium Of Light Is Days Away
After 27 years of supporting Sunderland from thousands of miles away, one American fan is finally set to experience his first game at the Stadium of Light.
After 27 years of unwavering support for Sunderland, a dream trip to the Stadium of Light is just days away. The reporter, who started playing football at the age of seven, never had a favorite professional team growing up in the United States. The NASL collapsed in 1984 when the reporter was ten, and Major League Soccer didn't start until 1996.
It wasn't until 1999 that the reporter discovered Sunderland and fell in love with the team, despite their struggle in the lower divisions. The reporter bought a jersey, highlight video, and scarf, and even watched every match when the team was in League One. They even followed the team through podcasts. Finally, after years of dedication, the reporter will be attending a match at the Stadium of Light to watch Sunderland play Fulham.
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