Mike Dodds gives honest view on what's happened to Sunderland's style of play and what needs to happen next
www.sunderlandecho.com - 2024-04-26T05:00:23.000Z

Mike Dodds says availability has been a key factor in the decline of Sunderland's style of play over recent months. Sunderland's play-off push has ebbed away dramatically since Tony Mowbray's departure and many supporters have also been left disappointed by the departure from the free-flowing football of last season. Club officials confirmed at a recent meeting with the supporter collective that it was also a factor in their decision to part company with Michael Beale. Dodds admitted he had...

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