Hundreds of Poolies were spotted at Rochdale, in Manchester, as Hartlepool United played their final away game of the season.

placeholder image — Hundreds of Poolies were spotted at Rochdale, in Manchester, as Hartlepool United played their final away game of the season.

Take a look at 21 MORE fan photos as Hartlepool flat caps take on Rochdale in Pools game

By Madeleine Raine

Published 27th Apr 2025, 11:46 GMT

More than 700 Poolies travelled to Rochester, in Manchester, for the club’s final away game of the season.

As is Poolie tradition, scores of spectators donned the traditional flat cap as this year’s fancy dress theme.

Rocking the shades.

9. Hartlepool United V Rochdale

Rocking the shades. Photo: Frank Reid

Pipe at the ready for Pools last away game of the season.

10. Hartlepool United V Rochdale

Pipe at the ready for Pools last away game of the season. Photo: Frank Reid

Dressed in white and blue.

11. Hartlepool United V Rochdale

Dressed in white and blue. Photo: Frank Reid

Having a fun day out with friends.

12. Hartlepool United v Rochdale

Having a fun day out with friends. Photo: Frank Reid

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