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The Stadium of Light story
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1 year ago
How Sunderland's new stadium developed from a dream into reality.
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It's 30 years since excitement mounted at the prospect of a new football stadium on
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Wearside. The start of a new adventure was on the way, and while Washington seemed a
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likely destination, the site of the former Wearmouth Colliery eventually was chosen.
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By early 1995, the public got to examine the plans in detail. Later that year, physical
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evidence of the unfolding adventure was there for all to see. Here's a reminder of how the
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West Stand looked as it took shape in October that year.
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In early 1997, season ticket holders got a sneak preview of their seats, and within months
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it was ready. On a day of excitement there were shows, status quo on stage, and fans
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going through the turnstiles of a new home.
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What are your best memories of the Stadium of Light story? Share them by emailing chris.cordner
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at nationalworld.com
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