Sunderland threw more money at this league than any team has ever done, yet got the square root of sod all as a result. There has been an arrogance and lack of class from their fans from day one, and often expected to only have to turn up and turn over their lesser opposition.
We were probably guilty of it in our first conference season and got no sympathy, so Sunderland will get no sympathy from me.
SD has been someone who helped us when we needed it the most. I'll always be grateful for that. BUT, he chose to put his backing behind one of our competitors. I wouldn't want to see him lose his investment, but equally I have no interest in seeing him succeed with a club I care nothing for.
Charlie on the other hand deserves little, and as childish as it may be, I did smile at his misfortune.
Next season will be very interesting and I'd imagine the asking price for Sunderland AFC has just dropped quite significantly.