Despite doors not opening until 5pm on Tuesday, June 9, dozens of Take That fans were spotted camping out overnight to try and secure a spot as close to their idols as possible.
Fans travelled far and wide to watch the pop band take to the stage – from Australia all the way to Sunderland itself.
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Thousands of Take That fans flocked to the city’s stadium on Tuesday, June 9, for The Greatest Day of their lives. Photo: Madeleine Raine
2. Number 1 Gary fan
Gary Barlow's number 1 fan stands outside the Stadium of Light. Photo: Madeleine Raine
3. The three musketeers
Michelle Fletcher, Pamela Fletcher and Laura Powell are excited for the gig. Photo: Madeleine Raine
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