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When were Sunderland A.F.C founded?

Sunderland AFC was founded in October 1879 as the “Sunderland and District Teachers’ Association Football Club” by schoolteacher James Allan.

What were they previously named?

Sunderland and District Teachers Association Football Club (1879–1880): The club was founded in October 1879 by schoolteacher James Allan to provide “recreational amusement” for local schoolteachers.
Sunderland Association Football Club (1880–present): In October 1880, the club opened to non-teachers, leading to the name change, although it is often cited that this change happened on September 25, 1880, or in 1879 based on different historical accounts.

Who are their local rivals?

Newcastle United
Middlesbrough

What nicknames have they had?

Sunderland A.F.C’s official nickname is The Black Cats, adopted in 2000 following a fan vote. Other, often older or informal, nicknames include The Rokerites (referencing their former home, Roker Park), The Lads, and occasionally The Mackems

What home stadiums names have they had?

Stadium of Light (1997–present): Built on the former Monkwearmouth Colliery site, it currently holds just under 49,000 spectators.
Roker Park (1898–1997): Hosted the club for nearly a century before the move to the Stadium of Light.
Newcastle Road (1886–1898): Used before the move to Roker Park.
Abbs Field (1884–1886): Located in Fulwell.
Horatio Street (1883–1884): Also known as the Dolly Field.
Groves Field (1882–1883):.
Blue House Field (1879–1880s): Early local fields used by the club.