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.
. World Cup fever
Pupils at schools in Sunderland have been watching England's World Cup victory over Iran. Photo: Stu Norton
. Come on England
Hasting Hill Academy pupils show their support ahead of the match between England and Iran. Photo: Stu Norton
. Hoping for victory
Plains Farm Academy pupils intently watching England's first World Cup game against Iran. Photo: Stu Norton
. Tension
Tension in the air as Plains Farm Academy pupils watch the start of England's first World Cup game against Iran. Photo: Stu Norton
13. Winning feeling
Plains Farm Academy pupils celebrate England's 6-2 victory over Iran in their opening World Cup Group B match. Photo: Stu Norton