Nothing to do with music indeed. However, they were both tough old men who brought a lot of optimism and cheer to their fans. Stokoe memorably won the FA Cup with an unfancied Sunderland side. Although Ally McLeod's 1978 World Cup has gone down as a disaster, the team really was weighed down with unrealistic expectations. Their final game, a thrilling win over the best team in the tournament (Holland) will never be forgotten by anyone who saw it.
Farewell to two fine old men.