The new season moved a step closer for Sunderland fans as their beloved Black Cats kickstarted their preparations for a historic campaign with a comfortable pre-season friendly win at League Two newcomers York City.
An impressive band of travelling support made their way to the LNER Community Stadium as Enzo Le Fee, Chris Rigg, Timur Tutierov and Tom Proctor all found the net in a 5-1 victory against the Minstermen. The win and performance have provided the perfect platform for a challenging pre-season campaign lying in wait and Regis Le Bris and his players look to put solid foundations in place for one of the most exciting seasons in the club’s history.
We take a look back at a promising start to pre-season as Sunderland fans got right behind their side and shared some heartwarming moments with their Black Cats favourites.
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1. Sunderland fans enjoy the pre-season win at York City (photo Chris Fryatt)
Sunderland fans enjoy the pre-season win at York City (photo Chris Fryatt) | Chris Fryatt
2. Sunderland fans enjoy the pre-season win at York City (photo Chris Fryatt)
Sunderland fans enjoy the pre-season win at York City (photo Chris Fryatt) | Chris Fryatt
3. Sunderland fans enjoy the pre-season win at York City (photo Chris Fryatt)
Sunderland fans enjoy the pre-season win at York City (photo Chris Fryatt) | Chris Fryatt
4. Sunderland fans enjoy the pre-season win at York City (photo Chris Fryatt)
Sunderland fans enjoy the pre-season win at York City (photo Chris Fryatt) | Chris Fryatt