Leeds.
On This Day (5th May 1973): 2nd Division Sunderland defy all odds to win the FA Cup Final! It was the ultimate underdog story: Bob Stokoe’s Sunderland versus the might of Don Revie’s Leeds. The result was one for the ages, as Michael Dunne writes.
What year did Sunderland beat Leeds in FA Cup final?
1973
To play this video you need to enable JavaScript in your browser. BBC Sport looks back at the 1973 FA Cup final when Division Two Sunderland created a major shock by beating holders Leeds United.
Who did Sunderland beat to win the FA Cup?
Leeds United
Second division Sunderland were up against the mighty Leeds United for the glory of the FA cup. No one expected the plucky minnows to win, but they fought valiantly and recorded a famous victory, bringing the cup back to Roker Park after 36 years.
Who played for Sunderland 1973?
The Sunderland team for the 1973-74 season pictured with the FA Cup which they had won at the end of the 1972-73 season. Bob Stokoe (Manager), Mike McGivan, Vic Halom, John Latham, Trevor Swinburne, Jim Montgomery, Ritchie Pitt, Joe Bolton, Keith Coleman.
When did Sunderland beat Leeds?
5 May 1973
The 1973 FA Cup Final was the 92nd final of the FA Cup.
1973 FA Cup Final.
| Event | 1972–73 FA Cup |
|---|---|
| Leeds United Sunderland 0 1 | |
| Date | 5 May 1973 |
| Venue | Wembley Stadium, London |
| Referee | Ken Burns |
What did Sunderland win in 1973?
the FA Cup Final
On This Day (5th May 1973): 2nd Division Sunderland defy all odds to win the FA Cup Final! It was the ultimate underdog story: Bob Stokoe’s Sunderland versus the might of Don Revie’s Leeds.
What year did Newcastle beat Sunderland 5 1?
2010
On this day – 31 Oct 2010: Newcastle 5-1 Sunderland.
What is sunderlands biggest defeat?
Their heaviest defeats in the league were 8–0 against Sheffield Wednesday in 1911, West Ham United in 1968, Watford in 1982 and Southampton in 2014 Sunderland joined the top division in England, The Football League, in the 1890–91 season and were not relegated until 1957–58 (a span of 67 seasons).
When did Sunderland beat Newcastle 9 1?
5 December 1908
On 5 December 1908, Sunderland beat Newcastle 9–1 at St James’ Park, despite this Newcastle still won the league title that season finishing nine points ahead of their local rivals who finished 3rd.
What is sunderlands biggest win?
Biggest Wins
| # | Date | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sep 8, 2020 | 8:1 |
| 2 | Oct 1, 2002 | 0:7 |
| 3 | Sep 19, 1998 | 7:0 |
| 4 | Feb 18, 1967 | 7:1 |
Who won the league in 1973?
Leeds United
The 1973–74 season was the 75th completed season of The Football League.
1973–74 Football League.
| Season | 1973–74 |
|---|---|
| Champions | Leeds United |
| ← 1972–73 1974–75 → |
Who won the league in 1973 74?
Leeds United
1973–74 Football League First Division
| Season | 1973–74 |
|---|---|
| Champions | Leeds United (2nd English title) |
| Relegated | Manchester United, Norwich City, Southampton |
| 1974–75 European Cup | Leeds United |
| FA Cup winners 1974–75 European Cup Winners’ Cup | Liverpool (2nd FA Cup title) |
Who won the Europa league in 1973?
Liverpool
Borussia were unable to find the third goal they needed to take the match into extra-time and won the second leg 2–0. Thus, Liverpool won the final 3–2 on aggregate to win their first European trophy.
What is Leeds United Biggest Loss?
Record defeats
- Overall: 1–8 v Stoke City, Div.
- League: 1–8 v Stoke City, Div.
- FA Cup: 2–7 v Middlesbrough, Rd.3, 2nd leg, 9 January 1946.
- League Cup: 0–7 v Arsenal, Rd.2, Sept 4 1979 & 0–7 v West Ham United, Rd.3, 7 November 1966.
- League Trophy: 2–4 v Rotherham United, Area 2nd Round, 8 October 2008.
Did Sunderland get relegated in 1977?
On This Day (19 May 1977): Sunderland are relegated after final day defeat! We knew what we had to do to stay up, but then we required a positive result from elsewhere.
Has Sunderland ever won a playoff final?
Sunderland clinched promotion to the Championship as goals from Elliot Embleton and Ross Stewart gave them victory over Wycombe in the League One play-final at Wembley.
When did Sunderland last beat Man City?
2 March 2014
The match was contested by Premier League clubs Manchester City and Sunderland. Manchester City appeared in their fourth League Cup final, and made their sixth Wembley visit since 2011.
2014 Football League Cup Final.
| Match programme cover | |
|---|---|
| Event | 2013–14 Football League Cup |
| Manchester City Sunderland 3 1 | |
| Date | 2 March 2014 |
| Venue | Wembley Stadium, London |
Who has won more trophies Newcastle or Sunderland?
In terms of trophies, again there is very little to choose between the sides. Sunderland have the superior record of league titles – six to Newcastle’s four – while the Magpies dominate the Black Cats in the FA Cup stakes – six to two – without taking into consideration their Fairs’ Cup win.
Who has more trophies Sunderland or Middlesbrough?
Boro, meanwhile, smashed the old second division in 1974 and established themselves as a respected and hard to beat Division One club under Jack Charlton and John Neal. Sunderland fans with longer memories are quick to state that their club has claimed six league titles and two FA Cups, trophies Boro have never won.
Which city is bigger Sunderland or Newcastle?
The city’s headcount decreased by 3.2%, while Newcastle’s population increased by 5.2% during the same period. It means that Newcastle is now officially a bigger city than Sunderland.
What is Newcastle’s biggest defeat?
But the reverse fixture towards the end of the 2012-13 season saw The Magpies suffer their heaviest Premier League defeat at St James’s Park as Liverpool won 6-0.