Football-lovers gathered in pubs across the town for the momentous match, followed by England’s first game in European Championships against Croatia.
But it wasn’t all celebration, in the lead up to Rhys Oats winning strike at ‘76, there were some tense faces among the fans at Vibes Sports Bar and pub The Park Inn.
Here’s 10 pictures of supporters in Hartlepool:
1. The road to the play-off final
Rhys Oates’ late strike proved to be enough to see Pools secure a place in the final against Torquay United next Sunday. Photo: Frank Reid
2. Ready for the England match
Hartlepool United fans at Vibes and The Park Inn were dressed in England strips to cheer on the Three Lions later in the afternoon Photo: Frank Reid
3. Friends come together
After over a year of lockdowns, friends join together to cheer on Pools Photo: Frank Reid
4. Happy faces
Pools are one game away from the Football League now - you've got to smile! Photo: Frank Reid