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.

25. Cheering their team
Poolies welcome their heroes ahead of the League 1 play-off semi-final second leg at Tranmere Rovers in 2005. Photo: FLR

26. 'Sing your hearts out'
50-50 scarves proved popular at the West Ham United cup tie in 2009. Photo: TC

27. London calling
Hartlepool United fans celebrate escaping from relegation at Brentford in 2010. Photo: FRANK REID

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