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Away from the bright lights, League One is a fertile ground for theatre
This weekend's clash between Burton and Sunderland was proof that England's third tier is far from lacking in quality, excitement and drama, says LAYTH YOUSIF
Sunderland players celebrate beating Lincoln City last week

IN A SEASON where it is easy to be seduced by the bright lights of the Premier League and the relentless push in the Championship to reach the promised land, there are a number of compelling stories emerging from League One.

A failure to observe the battle in the third tier is to miss out on gripping stories which offer proof that the lower leagues are fertile ground for theatre.

Staffordshire played host to two unfolding tales on Saturday afternoon when Sunderland beat Burton Albion 3-0 at the Pirelli Stadium.

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