Fans are being urged to show their appreciation and respect for Sunderland AFC super-fan George Forster by taking part in a minute’s applause on the 26th minute during the Black Cats fixture tonight (February 11) against Liverpool at the Stadium of Light.
George sadly passed away last Tuesday (February 3) at the age of 99.
George Forster sadly passed away last week.placeholder image
George Forster sadly passed away last week.
George had been attending games since 1934 and was one of the few supporters alive who witnessed the last time SAFC became champions of England at Roker Park back in 1936.
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Despite being in his centenary year George continued to attend games at the Stadium of Light, including the Black Cats 2 - 1 victory over Crystal Palace in January (2025).
George was chair of the Sunderland AFC Supporters Association for 55 years until 2021.
The association have posted a message on their Facebook page calling for supporters to come together and show their appreciation for George’s lifetime of dedication by taking part in a minute of applause in the 26th minute - in recognition of the year he was born, 1926.
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A minute’s applause normally takes place on the minute which corresponds with the age of the person’s passing, but with George living to the ripe old age of 99 this would not be possible.
The association stated: “Please, everyone who is at the game on Wednesday, join in the minute’s applause and appreciation on the 26th minute to George Forster.
“Without George, their wouldn't be a supporters association. His work and dedication over many decades should never go unnoticed.
“George will forever have a place in all Sunderland supporters’ hearts and the applause for him on Wednesday will not just be a tribute to him but a thank you.”
A photograph of George will be shown on the big screens at the Stadium of Light to correspond with the applause.
Following George’s passing the club paid a heartfelt tribute to his dedication to all things red and white.
A spokesperson said: “Everyone at Sunderland AFC is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of lifelong supporter, George Forster.
“George was red and white to the core and became one of the most cherished figures in the club’s fan base. Rest in peace, George. You will never be forgotten.”
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