Sunderland academy graduate Anthony Patterson is proud of his 'big achievement' after racking up a half-century of appearances for his boyhood club. The 22-year-old goalkeeper made his senior debut for the Black Cats in an EFL Trophy group stage defeat at Fleetwood Town in November 2020 at the start of the run which culminated in winning silverware at Wembley in March 2021, and he went on to reach his 50th appearance in the weekend 1-1 draw at Hull City in the Championship.
Patterson spent part of last season on loan at National League Notts County before being recalled to Wearside in January and established himself as the club's first choice keeper as Sunderland went on to win promotion via the League One play-offs, and has retained his place in the Championship. "Delighted to make my 50th appearance for the club," Patterson told the club website.
"It's a proud moment for me and hopefully there are many more to come. I always dreamed of playing for the club.
