Sunderland AFC news: Charlie Hurley tributes as Mike Dodds delivers team news ahead of Watford match

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What was said at the Academy of Light as Sunderland boss Mike Dodds spoke to the media ahead of the Black Cats’ Championship match against Watford.

Sunderland are preparing for their Championship match against Watford - and interim head coach Mike Dodds held his pre-match press conference today.

The Black Cats were beaten 1-0 by Millwall last weekend and sit 13th in the Championship table with two matches remaining. Watford are just three points behind Sunderland following a goalless draw against Hull last time out, while the Hornets have just appointed Tom Clevery as their permanent head coach.

Here’s what was said at the Academy of Light as Dodds spoke to the media:

Mike Dodds press conference

That brings us to the end of the broadcast section of the press conference, yet Dodds has also spoken to the written press ahead of Saturday’s match.

You can find more from the Black Cats boss and build-up this weekend’s match at Watford over on the SAFC section of the Echo website.

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