This week, we are asking you to share your stories and photos for why you fell in love with Sunderland.
Here is a selection of your submissions:
David: As a very young lad, I supported Manchester City and my favourite player was Colin Bell. That was until the 1973 FA Cup replay at Roker Park. We all know what happened – voted the best ever game at Roker Park in its 99-year history and that was my first ever match! I also remember getting home (Haydon Bridge) late at night and the match was on TV, in black and white. Fifty two years and several children later, I am still a red and white.
Michael: I was taken to my first Sunderland match at 10 years old, against Liverpool when we were beaten 2-0. I was in the Fulwell End with my older cousin and I can’t ever forget that day as a small boy trying to get a decent view, brilliant memory. And peanuts – tanner a bag.
Love the club with an ache of pride.
Philip: I was brought up as a Sunderland supporter because my Dad was, even though I was born in Middlesbrough. I moved from living in Shropshire to Sunderland in 2022 and now go to games with my family who moved to Sunderland in 2020. I am excited about the forthcoming season. H’way the Lads.
Talfan: Brought up in Darlington, My first job was in Newton Aycliffe with guys from Ferryhill, Trimdon, and Spennymoor. Wild Friday nights in Chilton followed. I had found my people!
Sunderland supporters all and Sunderland from then on.
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