Sunderland AFC
Stephen Mitchelson is currently working as an Academy Performance Analyst at Sunderland AFC since August 2023. Prior to that, Stephen worked in a similar role at Newcastle United Football Club from July 2022 to June 2023. Stephen has a MSc in Performance Analysis from the University of Worcester, which Stephen completed from August 2023 to August 2024, and a degree in Applied Sports and Exercise Science with Coaching from Northumbria University, completed from September 2020 to June 2023.
Sunderland AFC
Sunderland AFC is rightfully mentioned amongst world football’s oldest and successful names. Founded in 1879, the club has a proud history and heritage which underpins its role in the regional, national and international footballing community. The club have been crowned champions of England’s top division on six occasions and won two FA Cups, and the famous faces and events of the past are still held in the highest regard today. The club's superb home is the Stadium of Light, which opened in 1997 and had a capacity of 49,000.