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​Sunderland legend Billy Hughes passes away

Sunderland legend Billy Hughes, a key player in the 1973 FA Cup win, has died at the age of 70 after a long illness.

Hughes made his Sunderland debut in 1967 at the age of 18 and went on to score 81 goals in 335 appearances during 11 years with the club.

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