Sunderland fans have been quick to flock to Twitter after some dramatic late scenes in the U21s Tyne-Wear derby. With the Black Cats 1-0 down in the final minute of stoppage time, goalkeeper Alex Bass decided to make his way forward into the box in search of a late leveller.
And that is exactly what he did as at the second attempt, Bass found the net to incredibly earn Sunderland a point. Bass had initially hit the post with a header but after a scramble inside the area, the ball came back off Bass and went into the net.
Joe White had given Newcastle a lead just after the half hour mark and after holding the lead for over 60 minutes, it was 'keeper Bass who was on hand to earn a point. Here is how Sunderland fans have reacted.
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@MRennieRP: "Always knew we signed Alex Bass for his prowess in front of goal."
@mickylough95: "I am furious that I wasn't there to witness this."
@hawaysafc: "Anyone else proper love Alex Bass? Never doubted the lad."
@willbage_: "He has to play up top Saturday."
@maddisoncarr09: "Stick him up front on Wednesday lads."
@s4fcNi4ll: "Bass our new striker."
@Andy_JGordon: "No matter the level this is sound as."
@braddfearnleyy: "Alex Bass on my mind and he's Sunderland's number nine."
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