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 look on during the FA Cup semi-final match between Sunderland and Millwall held on April 4, 2004 at Old Trafford. Photo: Gary M. Prior
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Sunderland fans show their support during the Premier League match between Sunderland and Everton at the Stadium of Light on April 20, 2013. Photo: Michael Regan
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Sunderland fans with a Premier League scarf during the Championship match between Sunderland and Burnley at the Stadium of Light on April 27, 2007. Photo: Christopher Lee
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Sunderland fans celebrate during the Championship match between Luton Town and Sunderland at Kenilworth Road on May 6, 2007. Photo: Clive Rose