Young supporter recalls first trip to Sunderland AFC match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 5:00 AM
Last updated Jul 12, 2026
A young supporter reflects on their first experience at the Stadium of Light on January 12, 2013, during a match against West Ham. The cold day led to a 3-0 victory for Sunderland, highlighted by Seb Larsson's early goal. This first match sparked a lasting passion for the club and a deep bond with the supporter’s grandfather, who shared stories of Sunderland's history. The supporter continues to watch games with their grandfather in 2026, celebrating various achievements of the team over the years.
- •First visit to the Stadium of Light was on January 12, 2013.
- •Sunderland defeated West Ham 3-0 in the match.
- •Seb Larsson scored the opening goal early in the game.
- •The experience sparked a lifelong bond with the club.
- •Supporter continues to watch games with their grandfather in 2026.
- 5:00 AMYahoo Sports — The Day I Fell in Love with Sunderland AFC
"Can one freezing afternoon shape a lifetime? For one young supporter, a first trip to the Stadium of Light became the start of an unbreakable bond with Sunderland AFC.
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