Sunderland's 1999 Promotion: Reid Signs Ex-England Defender for Premier League Campaign
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Martin Wanless
Summary
A retrospective piece about Sunderland AFC's promotion-winning 1998-99 season and the signing of defender (likely a player making a "Bould" move — referencing ex-England defender) ahead of their Premier League campaign. The article highlights the team's dominant 105-point season, strong defensive core, and attacking firepower that earned them top-flight promotion.
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bskySunderland's 1999 Promotion: Reid Signs Ex-England Defender for Premier League Campaignrokerreport.sbnation.comKey quotes
· 3 pulledSunderland had stormed to promotion in 1998-99, amassing 105 points and blowing away all comers.
It had been a season built on a solid defence... as well as a blistering attack.
The ex England defender was a key signing ahead of our Premiership campaign.
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