1891
First use of goal nets at Sunderland: WBA are beaten 4-0 at Newcastle Road, also first penalty awarded (and scored) for Sunderland at home.
1973
Last ever game in major European competition at Roker Park: a 2-1 win over Sporting Lisbon.
1931
Rugby Union Tour Match (Roker Park: 20,000)
Northumberland & Durham 0 South Africa Springboks 41.