The Black Cats’ support always travels in huge numbers with crowds at the Stadium of Light regularly up there as the highest in the land –here, we take a look at the best retro photos of Sunderland fans over the years:
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Sunderland fans celebrate their team's second goal during the League One match between Gillingham and Sunderland at Priestfield Stadium on August 22, 2018. Photo: Naomi Baker
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Sunderland fans show their support ahead of the Checkatrade Trophy final between Portsmouth and Sunderland at Wembley Stadium on March 31, 2019. Photo: Jordan Mansfield
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Sunderland supporters celebrate their team's third goal during the Premier League match between Sunderland and Chelsea at the Stadium of Light on May 7, 2016. Photo: Gareth Copley
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A Sunderland supporter celebrates his team's 3-2 win in the Premier League match between Sunderland and Chelsea at the Stadium of Light on May 7, 2016. Photo: Gareth Copley