BILL Hearld's column about his dislike of football (April 27) was interesting.

At least with Bill not understanding the game he will be spared the shame and sadness of growing up with a son who is a Sunderland fan.

He should count himself lucky.

Brian Page,

Exiled Middlesbrough fan,

Princess Road, Strensall.

Updated: 16:27 Friday, May 07, 2004