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Stuart Jamieson

Why Sunderland wore black armbands in their game against Burton Albion

Sunderland wore black armbands in their game against in memory of club legend Martin Harvey.

The Nothern Ireland international died on Monday, aged 78.

The Belfast-born full-back won 34 caps, scoring three goals, and was Billy Bingham's assistant in 1982 when Northern Ireland reached the World Cup finals.

But he is always fondly remembered on Wearside as a one-club man as a player, making more than 350 appearances in a 13-year career with Sunderland.

He went on to manage Carlisle and also had a stint as a coach at Plymouth, where he also had two spells as caretaker manager.

Sunderland posted a message on their social media accounts reading: "We're deeply saddened by the passing of former Sunderland player Martin Harvey at the age of 78. The thoughts of everybody at Sunderland are with Martin’s family and friends at this sad time. Rest in peace, Martin.

"Sunderland will wear black armbands this evening in memory of Martin, a member of our 1964 promotion-winning side, who played over 350 games for the club."

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