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Sunderland FC
Sunderland AFC are based at the Stadium of Light in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, in North-East England. They are currently nicknamed the 'Black Cats', after being previously known as 'The Rokerites'. They moved to the Stadium of Light in 1997 after 99 years at Roker Park. Sunderland's traditional local rivals are Newcastle United.
The "Black Cats" get their nickname from war anecdotes dating back to the early 19th century but the soccer team originated in 1879. In 2005 Sunderland won the Championship and gained promotion to the Premiership but dropped down to the Championship the following season. Under the new managership of Roy Keane in season 2006/7 and ex player Niall Quinn as Chairman the team were re promoted to the Premier League for the 2007/8 season.
Before the Second World War, Sunderland were league champions six times- in 1892, 1893, 1895, 1902, 1913, and most recently in 1936, when they became the last football club wearing striped shirts to win the English football league. They were elected into the football league in 1890, becoming the first team to join the league after its birth in 1888; and stayed in the top flight of English football until 1958, a record of consecutive seasons which only Arsenal have bettered in 1992. The club won their first F.A. Cup in 1937 with a 3-1 victory over Preston North End.
Sunderlands most major triumph post WWII was the club's second F.A Cup victory in 1973, when the club secured a shock 1-0 victory over Leeds United. Statistically, Sunderland is the sixth most successful club in league history.
Travel Info
The Sunderland Stadium of Light is situated on the banks of the River Wear, on the outskirts of Sunderland City Centre.
Its location makes it easily accessible by all modes of public transport.
A19 from North and South. Take the A1231 (Sunderland North) turn off. After four roundabouts keep to the left hand lane and follow signs for B1289 (Roker). Continue on this road and you will the Stadium iis on your right!
Special Needs
Disabled and Visually Impaired
Tickets can be purchased by contacting SAFC Ticket Office on;
0845 671 1973 or by emailing
disability@safc.com
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