Mick Buxton returns to Roker Park amid club turmoil

Mick Buxton, manager of Huddersfield Town, returns to Roker Park on September 28, 1985, as Sunderland struggles with low attendance and internal crisis. Once a devoted Sunderland fan, Buxton finds the club's situation starkly different from his childhood visits with crowds dwindling to under 20,000. After a rare win over Huddersfield, the mood among fans remains anxious as Sunderland faces ongoing management issues and a relegation hangover. Club owner Tom Cowie is under scrutiny, and board changes indicate a turbulent period for the club. Buxton's visit highlights the ongoing challenges Sunderland faces in revitalizing support and success.

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