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Sunderland fans react on Twitter as Aiden McGeady nets two accolades in 24 hours

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The Black Cats ace was named Player of the Year by the supporters and then named in the PFA League One Team of the Year.

Josh Knight of Peterborough United and Aidan McGeady of Sunderland during the Sky Bet League 1 match between Peterborough and Sunderland at London Road, Peterborough on Monday 22nd April...

Sunderland forward Aiden McGeady has been recognised not once but twice in the space of 24 hours for his efforts this season.

On Tuesday night, the 33-year-old was named Player of the Year at by the Black Cats supporters branches at their end-of-season dinner and awards do.

The following day, McGeady was included in the Professional Footballers’ Association‘s League One Team of the Year.

Sunderland’s official Twitter account paid homage to their player’s accolade by their supporters:

And on Wednesday, the Black Cats shared the PFA’s graphic of McGeady’s inclusion in their best XI of the season:

Here is how some Sunderland fans reacted on the social media platform to the two instances of recognition:

McGeady has made 33 League One appearances this season, scoring 11 goals and registering five assists.

In all competitions, the Irishman has 14 goals and six assists from 38 games, according to Transfermarkt.

McGeady has been with Sunderland since July 2017, when he joined the Stadium of Light outfit from Everton for a £252,000 fee, according to Transfermarkt.

During his time on Wearside, he has made 75 appearances in all competitions, scoring 21 goals and picking up 11 assists.

Aiden McGeady of Sunderland celebrates after scoring a goal to make it 1-0 during the Checkatrade Trophy Final between Sunderland AFC and Portsmouth FC at Wembley Stadium on March 31, 2019...