Pupils arrived at Hasting Hill Academy and Plains Farm Academy dressed in England strips, waving flags, and sporting faces painted with the cross of St George.
Throughout the match pupils waved their flags and there was mass hysteria as Jude Bellingham gave England the lead and chants of ‘come on England as the referee eventually called time on the national team’s 6-2 victory.
Enjoy these 13 fantastic pics which captured the emotions of the city’s children as the World Cup arrived in Sunderland’s classrooms.
5. Jump around
Plains Farm Academy pupils jump up and down in celebration of an England goal. Photo: Stu Norton
6. Near miss
Hasting Hill Academy pupil Bailey Forrest puts his hands on his head following a near miss. Photo: Stu Norton
7. Elation
Hasting Hill Academy pupil, Ashton Douglas, 11, shows his joy after England's third goal. Photo: Stu Norton
8. Going close
Plains Farm Academy pupils show their emotions after England go close to scoring. Photo: Stu Norton