141 amazing photos of Sunderland fans braving torrential rain at Stadium of Light during superb Bournemouth win

The Stadium of Light was at its defiant best as Sunderland battled back to beat Bournemouth, and the home crowd played as big a part as any player on the pitch. On a wet, wild afternoon on Wearside, supporters roared their team through a dramatic comeback, refusing to let the early setback dampen the mood inside a packed ground. Every challenge, every break forward and every moment of momentum was met with a surge of noise that seemed to lift Régis Le Bris’ side higher as the game went on.

From families wrapped up against the rain to groups of friends celebrating every twist in the contest, the atmosphere captured everything that has made the Stadium of Light such a fortress this season. It was an afternoon that summed up the bond between this team and its supporters, and the images reflect the passion that drove Sunderland to another huge Premier League win. Here are the best fan photos from Sunderland vs Bournemouth, courtesy of Chris Fryatt.