Sunderland fans stay to the end during 5-0 defeat to Nottingham Forest, in 100-photo gallery | OneFootball

Sunderland were beaten 5-0 by Nottingham Forest at the Stadium of Light, but the fan response stood out.

As reported by Sunderland Echo, the turnout and reaction in the stands underlined the backing still behind the side. Forest seized control early and were 4-0 up by half-time, leaving the contest beyond reach.

A large number of supporters remained until the final whistle, and parts of the stadium tried to rally the players after a difficult start.

The scoreline was Sunderland's heaviest home defeat of the season. The team now have ground to make up in the final weeks of the campaign.

This gallery features 100 photos of Sunderland supporters during the match.

Source: Sunderland Echo