Looking for the perfect match

Investing in football’s a risky business that’s often fraught with failure. However, as Simon Rushworth discovers, allowing the heart to rule the head doesn’t always end in disaster

South Shields owner Geoff Thompson set to sell club after turning its finances around
Partnership with Sunderland University and new revenue streams provide long-term stability on and off the pitch
Health and family issues influence decision

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