With a tricky trip to Everton on the horizon, Sunderland limbered up by inviting a selection of young fans down to the Stadium of Light for an open training session.
Of course, the main attraction was top scorer Jermain Defoe, who emerged from the team bus to face his adoring public on the way into the ground.
Having eventually made it through the mob, Defoe duly treated his supporters to a mini show during the session, tucking away shot after shot in front of the bustling West Stand.
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