Which British club plays at the Stadium of Light?

Sunderland A.F.C.
Sunderland A.F.C. The 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, the Stadium of Light is the ninth largest stadium in England.

Where is Sunderland football Club?

Tyne and Wear
Sunderland Association Football Club are an English association football club based in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear. They were formed in 1879, and played several years in the FA Cup and local cup competitions before joining the Football League in the 1890–91 season in place of Stoke.

Who scored the first goal at the Stadium of Light?

Thankfully fans didn’t have to wait too long for the first goal as Niall Quinn netted it in their first league game at the stadium in a 3-1 victory over his former club Manchester City.

How much does Sunderland away end hold?

As one of the largest football stadiums in England, the Stadium of Light has a capacity of 49,000. How many away fans does the Stadium of Light hold? The Stadium of Light can hold about 3000 away fans.

What is the postcode for the Stadium of Light?

SUNDERLAND A F C, Stadium Of Light, SUNDERLAND, SR5 1SU – Details and Information – Address Postcode Finder.

Has Sunderland ever played in Europe?

First European match: Vasas Budapest 0–2 Sunderland, 19 September 1973, UEFA Cup Winner’s Cup.

Who owns Light stadium?

Sunderland A.F.C.Stadium of Light / Owner

When did Sunderland move to the Stadium of Light?

1997
Instead, five years later in 1997, Sunderland moved to the Stadium of Light, in nearby Monkwearmouth, on the site of the closed Monkwearmouth Colliery. The 1996–97 season was the last at Roker Park, which was also Sunderland’s first ever season in the Premier League, ending in relegation for the club.

Where is the best place to sit in the Stadium of Light?

The away fans are housed in the Upper Carling North Stand, and although most views are good – the roof comes over this part of the stadium and so seats right at the back – although seeing all of the pitch, can feel a little cut off from the rest of the ground.

What do you call a person from Sunderland?

Mackem, Makem or Mak’em is the informal nickname for residents of and people from Sunderland, a city in North East England. An alternative name for a Mackem (except in the sense of a football supporter) is a Wearsider.

Who has won more trophies Newcastle or Sunderland?

In terms of trophies, again there is very little to choose between the sides. Sunderland have the superior record of league titles – six to Newcastle’s four – while the Magpies dominate the Black Cats in the FA Cup stakes – six to two – without taking into consideration their Fairs’ Cup win.

Who built the Stadium of Light?

Ballast Wiltshire plc
Visit us: Stadium of Light The Stadium of Light’s current capacity of 48,707 makes the club’s home the ninth-biggest football ground in England. The stadium, built on the former site of the Monkwearmouth Colliery by Ballast Wiltshire plc, opened with a showpiece game against Ajax in July 1997.

What kind of lamp is at Sunderland FC stadium?

Also outside one corner of the stadium is a large miners lamp. If you feel a little mischievous, then ask the nearest Sunderland fan whether it is a Geordie Lamp. Don’t worry you won’t get any physical abuse, just a long lecture that the lamp is, in fact, a Davy lamp!

Where is the best place to Park near Sunderland Stadium?

This is situated at Sunderland Enterprise Park, which is well signposted just off the A1231. Buses run every five minutes, for 90 minutes before kick off and continue after the game until everyone has gone. There is also the option of renting a private driveway near the Stadium of Light via YourParkingSpace.co.uk.

Are there any social clubs near Sunderland FC stadium?

Stephen Lundell informs me; ‘There are two social clubs; the Sunderland Companions club, and the New Democratic Club, both on North Bridge Street (the road approaching the Wearmouth Bridge), which are about a five minute walk away from the stadium. Although they get very busy they do welcome away supporters, and serve reasonably priced beer’.

Where can I find a pub near Old Trafford stadium?

Byron Kemp informs me; ‘One of the best pubs north of the river where you can find parking and walk to stadium pre-match is called “The Avenue”. Away fans are always welcome to this large pub, which is only ten minutes walk to the stadium and only a few minutes from the Stadium of Light Metro station.