On 5 November 1938, Sunderland recorded their first home victory of the campaign thanks to a decisive performance from forward Patsy Gallacher. The Scottish international scored the final goals of the match, sealing the win for the Wearside club at Roker Park.
Gallacher, a veteran attacker renowned for his creativity and finishing, had joined Sunderland earlier in his career and remained a key figure for the side. His contribution on this day provided a much-needed boost for a team that had struggled to find form on their own ground during the early weeks of the season.
The result marked a turning point in Sunderland's 1938‑39 league campaign, offering momentum as they looked to climb the First Division table.
