Former Republic of Ireland winger Kevin Kilbane has looked back on his Sunderland career, highlighting the impact of manager Peter Reid and the unique atmosphere of the Tyne-Wear derby.
A Getty Images photograph from August 26, 2001 shows Kilbane competing with Newcastle United's Aaron Hughes during a Premier League match at St James' Park, illustrating the intensity of the rivalry.
Kilbane's reflections cover his time under Reid, who guided Sunderland to a strong Premier League campaign, and the emotions surrounding the derby fixtures against Newcastle.
