Sunderland AFC
Stadium of Light
Away Fans

With Sunderland once again a Premiership side and with increased attendances, the overall feel and atmosphere of the stadium has greatly improved. When people ask me which grounds are 'the best' to visit, then Sunderland inevitably comes out as one of my top five recommendations. On its day the place can be rocking, the PA system deafening (especially when the classical piece 'Dance Of The Knights' from Prokofiev's 'Romeo & Juliet' is played before the players come on to the pitch at the start of the game and U2's 'Elevation', as the teams come out of the tunnel) and the Sunderland supporters exceptionally friendly (I was even given a Sunderland shirt by one supporter!). But bear in mind you are not allowed to smoke or swear inside the stadium. If you persist with either you may find yourself being ejected from the ground!

Away fans are located in the South Stand at one end of the stadium, where around 3,000 fans can be housed. The facilities and views of the playing action from this stand are excellent. On the food and drink front, then the club offer; Fish & Chips (£5.50), Various Pies (£2.50) including the Chicken Balti Pie, Pizza Pods (£2.50), Cornish Pasties (£2), Jumbo Sausage Rolls (£2). Alcohol is available in the form of Fosters (£3.10), Strongbow (£3.10) and John Smiths (£2.90). The Club also offer 2 Pies & 2 Pints for £10 (well that's me sorted, where's yours?).  

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