10 Sunderland Cult Heroes From The Premier League Era

7. Asamoah Gyan

Asamoah Gyan may have left under acrimonious circumstances, but let's not talk about that. Let's talk about the sparkling season he enjoyed on Wearside. He arrived on the back of a stellar World Cup, winning the hearts of the world during Ghana's campaign, and after his penalty heartbreak during the infamous, Suarez-handball Uruguay match, his tears sent iconic images around the world. His arrival was stunning, and his cheeky nature, part-time career as a rapping superstar, and wacky celebrations secured his status as a fun-loving, goal-scoring striker to be proud of. He really did capture thousands of hearts across the city...before smashing them into a million pieces.