Cup fever continues to grip South Shields FC '“ as fans put themselves in the picture

South Shields FC are into the semi-finals of the FA Vase '“ and the club's supporters are certainly putting themselves in the picture.

We asked for your pictures backing the Mariners after their thrilling 6-1 win over Newport Pagnell Town on Saturday.

Steve Thompson submitted this picture of himself and the club's 'German Fan Club', who made their way over from Iserlohn for Saturday's game.placeholder image
Steve Thompson submitted this picture of himself and the club's 'German Fan Club', who made their way over from Iserlohn for Saturday's game.

And fans responded in their numbers to further demonstrate the cup fever which is gripping the town.

Christopher Miller sent us this picture.placeholder image
Christopher Miller sent us this picture.

The images came from far and wide, including members of the Mariners’ German fan club!

Steve Thompson and friends from Iserlohn, Germany, travelled over for the Newport Pagnell game, which was watched by a record crowd at Mariners Park of 3,161.

Supporters young and old are getting in on the act as the feel good factor continues to sweep through the club.

Shields are now just a two-legged semi-final away from a place in the FA Vase final at Wembley.

Families enjoyed the occasion at Mariners Park. Image by Peter Talbot.placeholder image
Families enjoyed the occasion at Mariners Park. Image by Peter Talbot.

Warwickshire-based Coleshill Town are the team standing in their way.

Shields will travel to Coleshill for the first leg on Saturday, March 11, before the return match at Mariners Park on March 18.

Tickets are sure to be in high demand for both fixtures, with details expected to be announced by the club by Monday.

Shields fan Brian Lawson, left, with his son Brian at Mariners Park. Image by Peter Talbot.placeholder image
Shields fan Brian Lawson, left, with his son Brian at Mariners Park. Image by Peter Talbot.
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