Sunderland fans are in dreamland with their SAFC favourites gearing up for a season of European football.
The UEFA Europa League draw will be held on Friday, August 28 and it will set out Sunderland’s eight opponents for the league phase.
But we had a question for the followers of the Sunderland Echo’s sister Facebook page called Wearside Echoes which specialises in nostalgia .
We asked: ‘Who would you select to play for the Black Cats in the Europa League if you could select a squad of players from any time in the club’s history?’
It certainly got supporters thinking and here are the players who got the most nominations. Have a look and see if you agree.
And if you don’t, get in touch to share your own thoughts on which legends should be in the team. Tell us more by emailing [email protected]
9. Brian Clough
Brian Clough on the attack for Sunderland in 1962. He scored 54 goals in 61 appearances in red and white and is included in a three-man attack for our dream team. | se
10. Niall Quinn
Niall Quinn on the pitch as Sunderland took on Man City in August, 1997. | Sunderland Echo
11. Kevin Phillips
Super Kev celebrates after scoring against Derby County in the Premier League. Photo: Tom Shaw/ALLSPORT | Getty Images
12. Robin Roefs
It's quite a testament to the current keeper that he was only topper by legend Jimmy Montgomery for the keeper spot in the all-time squad. | Getty Images