Sunderland faces heavy defeat at Millwall on August 24, 1991
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On August 24, 1991, Sunderland suffered a disappointing 4-1 loss to Millwall in a Division Two match at The Den. After a promising start to the season, Sunderland took the lead through a penalty by Gary Owers, but Millwall quickly surged ahead with four goals, including two from striker Barber. Manager Denis Smith expressed frustration over his team's defensive performance, noting a lack of consistency. Sunderland's previous match had ended in a 3-0 victory against Barnsley, raising expectations that were dashed by this defeat.
- •Sunderland lost 4-1 to Millwall at The Den.
- •Gary Owers scored from a penalty for Sunderland.
- •Millwall responded with four unanswered goals.
- •Denis Smith criticized the team's defensive play.
- •Sunderland previously won 3-0 against Barnsley.
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"Promotion favourites Sunderland were brought crashing back to earth at The Den - but what did Denis Smith make of his side’s disastrous afternoon?
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