Two goals in the last ten minutes secured three crucial points for Sunderland in their hunt for a play-off place.
Alex Neil’s side had laboured for 84 minutes when substitute Dan Neil raced onto a Ross Stewart pass, his first-time effort from the edge of the area flying into the top corner.
Fellow substitute Patrick Roberts scored alk four minutes later after an excellent break to rescue the hosts from what had been an otherwise laboured display against Crewe Alexandra.
Here, we take a look at the best photos of Sunderland fans throughout the day courtesy of our photographer Frank Reid:
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Fellow substitute Patrick Roberts scored alk four minutes later after an excellent break to rescue the hosts from what had been an otherwise laboured display against Crewe Alexandra.
5. A win at the Stadium of Light!
Dan Neil and Patrick Roberts scored the all-important goals for Sunderland.
Photo: Frank Reid
6. Ha'way the lads!
A strong scalf-hat combination on display from this Sunderland fan.
Photo: Frank Reid
7. Checking the scores?
Sunderland fans watch on at the Stadium of Light as Sunderland defeat Crewe
Photo: Frank Reid
8. Smiles all around!
It was smiles all around after Sunderland eventually managed to bag the win.
Photo: Frank Reid