Roker Park - Wikipedia
WEBRoker Park was a football ground in Roker, Sunderland, England, which was the home of Sunderland from 1898 to 1997, before the club moved to the Stadium of Light. Its final capacity was around 22,500, with only a small part being seated; it had been much higher, attracting a record crowd of 75,118.
Growing up in Sunderland: Memories of watching SAFC at Roker …
WEBSep 11, 2024 · Whether it was win, lose or draw, the first visit to Roker Park or Stadium of Light was enough to spark a lifelong love of the beautiful game – and the Black Cats.
Stadium of Light - Wikipedia
WEBThe Stadium of Light is an all-seater football stadium in Sunderland, England, and the eighth and current home to Sunderland A.F.C. With space for 49,000 spectators, [2] the Stadium of Light is the ninth largest football stadium in England. The stadium primarily hosts Sunderland A.F.C. home matches.
Sunderland AFC Stadium Information - Sunderland AFC News
WEBAfter 99 years at Roker Part, Sunderland have tried to recapture some of their old stadium’s traditions at the Stadium of Light. It is located on the banks of the River Wear and also takes inspiration from the city’s industrial heritage in …
Roker Park Stadium | Home of Sunderland until 1997 - Football …
WEBSep 13, 2024 · Roker Park was a football stadium in Sunderland, England, which was the home of Sunderland AFC for over 100 years. It was opened in 1898 and was named after the nearby Roker Pier and Lighthouse.
ROKER PARK AND THE HISTORY OF SUNDERLAND F. C.
WEBMar 29, 2024 · THERE is no doubt that Roker Park, home of Sunderland for just under 100 years, was one of the country’s major stadiums, and also one of the most atmospheric (and intimidating for away fans). It was also home to some legendary players with the likes of Charles Buchan, Raich Carter and Len Shackleton having plied their trade there.
The story of the Stadium of Light: Pt1 - Roker Report
WEBMar 20, 2018 · After almost 100 years at Roker Park, Sunderland moved into the biggest and most exciting new football ground in England. It was to herald the beginning of an important and exciting new era in...
Stadium of Light - Sunderland - The Stadium Guide
WEBKey facts. Club: Sunderland AFC | Opening: 1997 | Capacity: 49,000 seats. History and description. The Stadium of Light was built in the mid 1990s as a replacement for Sunderland’s old Roker Park, which lacked the possibilities for further expansion and …
Stadium Of Light | Sunderland AFC | Football Ground Guide
WEBJul 23, 2024 · The Stadium of Light in Sunderland, read our away fans Guide before travelling to Sunderland AFC. Including Stadium of Light photos, reviews, maps and pubs.
Sunderland’s Stadium of Light turns 25 this week, but is its future ...
WEBJul 30, 2022 · For all the love lost with the demolition of Roker Park in 1997, the Stadium of Light is very much home to Sunderland and its supporters.