19 photos of early Sunderland fans at St James's Park before Newcastle derby

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·22 March 2026

Sunderland supporters arrived early at St James’s Park, bringing colour and noise before the Tyne-Wear derby with Newcastle.

Sunderland Echo reports that the rivalry was felt long before kick-off as fans made their way through the city towards the ground.

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Flags, scarves and red-and-white shirts were out in force, with early groups gathering around the stadium.

The build-up carried clear anticipation for one of the season’s biggest fixtures.

A 19-photo gallery captures the first Sunderland fans arriving ahead of the clash.

Source: Sunderland Echo