Leicester interested in Sunderland midfielder Gordon Armstrong amid draw at Scunthorpe
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On August 10, 1992, Sunderland faced Scunthorpe United and drew 2-2 while Leicester City showed interest in midfielder Gordon Armstrong. Armstrong, who has seen reduced playing time, was not in Sunderland's starting lineup. Leicester manager Brian Little was considering a bid but indicated no official offers had been received. Sunderland's performance included contributions from John Colquhoun and late equalizing efforts from John Byrne. Despite recent struggles, Sunderland's manager Malcolm Crosby is optimistic about the defense setup moving forward.
- •Sunderland draws 2-2 against Scunthorpe United at Glanford Park.
- •Gordon Armstrong was not included in Sunderland's starting XI.
- •Leicester City is tracking Armstrong, but no bid has been made.
- •Sunderland's defense is under review after conceding eight goals in recent matches.
- •John Colquhoun scored Sunderland's opener in the match.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — On This Day (10th August 1992): Sunderland Midfielder Wanted By Little’s Leicester
"Leicester track Sunderland midfielder as the Lads draw at Scunthorpe!
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