Pools were backed by a superb following for the relatively short journey along the A19 to near neighbours Gateshead.
And while Pools made a lively start, taking the lead in the eighth minute through the in-form Joe Grey, supporters were thereafter subjected to some painful viewing as their side shipped six second half goals in a shocking 7-1 defeat.
Although the result might have been dire, the support certainly wasn’t and our collection of fan photos from the Gateshead International Stadium is available to view below.
Although the result might have been dire, the support certainly wasn’t and our collection of fan photos from the Gateshead International Stadium is available to view below.