Portsmouth v Sunderland – Rival camps give their big-match verdicts

Pompey take on League One promotion rivals Sunderland for the right to be crowned Checkatrade Trophy champions in just under two hours.

By the.sportsdesk1

Published 1st Apr 2019, 13:13 BST

Updated 2nd Apr 2019, 23:23 BST

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And The News’ chief sports writer, Neil Allen, and the Sunderland Echo’s, Phil Smith, have had their say ahead of the Wembley showpiece.

They give their thoughts on the final and what the occasion means to both clubs

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