With Pools already relegated back to the National League, we thought supporters might need cheering up with these fan-tastic photos of previous costumed capers.
1. 2009
Morris dancers packed the away end for the long League One trek to Bristol Rovers. Photo: FLR
2. 2010
Where's Wally? Pools proved they were no Wallies on the pitch with a spirited draw at Brentford to preserve their League One status in 2010. Photo: FLR
3. 2011
Oompa Loompas from Charlie and the Chocolate Factory backed Pools at Charlton in 2011. Photo: PA Wire
4. 2012
Charlton hosted another fancy-dress invasion in 2012 when the Poolie Army transformed themselves into Smurfs. Photo: FRANK REID