Six Times That St James’ Park And The Stadium of Light Were Rocking – With Videos From Fans

North East football clubs Sunderland AFC and Newcastle United are known to have some of the best football fans in the country.

With over 40,000 fans cramming into the Stadium of Light and St James’ Park every week, there has been no shortage of great moments and occasions that have sent the grounds into delirium.

Here, we will take the time to give these great fans the recognition their support deserves, showcasing some of the best moments and games in their stadiums, as captured by match going fans.

Cheick Tiote completes the Premier League’s biggest comeback.

Football fans could be forgiven for leaving the ground early when their team is losing 4-0 at halftime. St James’ Park however was full for the second half.

The fans were rewarded for their loyalty with a comeback for the ages seeing Newcastle claw back a draw against the odds.

Cheick Tiote finished the comeback off in style with a volley from outside the box.

@Chivrar Torres Captured the moment from the Milburn Stand here:

 

An emotional goal for Jonas Gutierrez and for Newcastle

With 11 games left in the 2014/15 Premier League Season, Newcastle looked set for a comfortable mid-table finish sitting in 11th place.

Nine losses in their next ten games put their top flight status in doubt however. Heading into the last game of the season, Newcastle knew they might be going down with another loss.

Up stepped Jonas Gutierrez to deliver a massive goal that ensured a 2-0 win for Newcastle and top flight survival.

The goal was especially sentimental for Gutierrez who had recently survived a fight with cancer to continue playing football.

The Crucial goal was videoed by @Dat RPG here:

Sunderland in the Playoff Semi-finals

In their first season back in the EFL Championship, Sunderland managed to secure a playoff spot and one more game at the Stadium of Light.

The fans made sure to put on a show with pre-match banners and support.

Sunderland won 2-1 on the day to send the fans home in a great mood.

At the 20:00 Minute Mark, @themadmistake caught the pre-match festivities here:

The Crowd Reaction to the two goals can also be seen here at 8:00 minutes and 10:17, caught by @TimboTravels

Newcastle Secure Champions League qualification

A 0-0 draw doesn’t usually offer much excitement, but on the 22nd of May, 2023, it meant everything to the Newcastle United faithful.

The draw ensured that for the first time since the 2002/03 season, Newcastle would be playing in the Champions League group stage.

It was a remarkable turnaround for the magpies who had spent most of the previous season in the relegation zone.

Chants of “Geordies, in the Champions League” could be heard around St James’ Park as fans celebrated the occasion.

@carlson2702 Capture the pre-match Wor Flags display here:

 

The Champions League Anthem at St James’ Park

Having secured Champions League qualification the previous season, Newcastle were drawn into a group of European giants in the 2023/24 season.

The Tyneside club would soon secure one of the most famous wins in the history of their club with a 4-1 victory over PSG.

This was one of 3 famous European nights at St James’ Park as fans were also in fine voice for games against Borussia Dortmund and AC Milan.

The Champions League anthem can be seen ringing through St James’ Park here: Champions League Anthem – Newcastle United v PSG

taken by @Stuart O

 

First Wear-Tyne Derby in Eight Years

When Sunderland were drawn against Newcastle United in the 2023/24 FA Cup, the whole country was gripped with excitement.

The two clubs had not played each other since the 2015/16, the last time they were both in the same league.

This meant that the two rivals could only play each other if they were drawn together in a cup competition.

In front of a sold-out Stadium of Light, the atmosphere was electric.

Captured here by @Sunderland AFC Fan Channel are the pre-match scarf and flag displays by the opposing sets of fans: Sunderland v Newcastle – North East Derby!

 

Bonus Inclusion: Wembley support

Whilst The Stadium of Light and St James’ Park are famous for their atmospheres, Newcastle and Sunderland fans have also become well known for their great travelling support.

With both clubs recently playing games at Wembley, their fans showcased their passion and loyalty in front of the entire country.

40,000 Sunderland fans make the trip to Wembley.

After a 2-1 aggregate win over Sheffield Wednesday, Sunderland secured their spot in the League One playoff final.

Even after a series of recent Wembley Heartbreaks, 40,000 fans still made the trip down to London.

The Wearside fans drowned out Wycombe’s support in a game Sunderland won 2-0 to secure promotion back to the Championship.

Here, @81A Railway Photography UK videoed the massive support Sunderland had at the playoff final: Sunderland fans out sing wycombe at Wembley stadium for the play offs final

 

Newcastle United in the EFL Cup final

In 2023, Newcastle United made it to the EFL Cup final against Manchester United.

Thousands of fans went down to London to take in the cup final hoping to see the club win their first major honour since the 1955 FA Cup.

Whilst the final ended in heartbreak, Newcastle would be back two years later.

Once Again, Newcastle fans stole the spotlight with 32,000 fans.

This time fans did get to see the magpies lift the trophy with a 2-1 win over Liverpool.

 

Thanks to: @Chivrar Torres, @Dat RPG, @TimboTravels, @themadmistake, @carlson2702, @Stuart Latimer Esq, @Stuart O, @Sunderland AFC Fan Channel, @81A Railway Photography UK for making this article possible.