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.
21. Sunshine football
Hartlepool United fans watch their side's 6-0 win at Billingham Synthonia in a 2022 pre-season friendly. Photo: Frank Reid
22. Backing the boys
Ahead of the 2005 League 1 play-off final, Hartlepool United fans show their support for Pools at the Warren Road skills centre. Photo: FLR
23. 'We're on the ball'
Young Hartlepool United fans pose for a photo ahead of the FA Cup third-round tie at Sunderland in 2004. Photo: FLR
24. Jest the job
Pools fans at Cardiff for the play-off final against Sheffield Wednesday in 2005. Photo: FLR
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