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.

5. The Dean machine
Poolies celebrate qualifying for the League 1 play offs after a final-day draw away to Bournemouth at Dean Court. Photo: FLR

6. True blue
A Poolie leads the singing at Tranmere Rovers in the League 1 play-off semi-final second leg in 2005. Photo: FLR


8. Having a laugh
A spectator raises a smile ahead of the FA Cup clash against West Ham United at the Vic in 2009. Photo: TC
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