Alan Shearer apologises on Match of the Day to Sunderland fans after Ipswich defeat | OneFootball

Alan Shearer apologised to Sunderland supporters live on Match of the Day after admitting his relegation prediction last season was badly wrong.

According to Sunderland Echo, the apology followed the opening-day defeat at Ipswich Town, with Sunderland beaten at Portman Road and former winger Jack Clarke scoring the winner for the hosts.

The former Newcastle United striker had tipped the Black Cats to go down on their Premier League return, yet Régis Le Bris’ side finished seventh and qualified for the Europa League.

Shearer accepted the team had surprised everyone, repeated his apology for expecting relegation, and praised how brilliant they were.

He said he thinks this season will be different, citing last term’s energy and strong home form but warning that Thursday nights in Europe followed by Sundays could be demanding. He also noted Sunderland have signed only two players, both full-backs.

His on-air contrition will have raised a smile among supporters after the club proved his forecast wrong.

Source: Sunderland Echo

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