So we thought we would get you in the mood for the next nine months by saluting the blue and white army with this collection of nostalgic fan pictures from down the years.
53. City slickers
Poolies in York ahead of a trip to Bootham Crescent in 2013. Photo: FRANK REID
54. Fan-tastic support
Fans pack the Suit Direct Stadium for the Papa John's Trophy semi-final defeat against Rotherham United in 2022. Photo: Frank Reid
55. Taking the Hump
Club legend Ritchie Humphreys looks downcast as he returns to Pools to watch the side relegated against Doncaster Rovers in 2017. Photo: COPYRIGHT (C)FRANK REID 2017
56. Rover and out
A fan looks disconsolate as relegation to the National League looms against Doncaster Rovers in 2017. Photo: National World
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