FOOTBALL TRIP SUNDERLAND VS. STOKE CITY

With the appointment of Régis Le Bris as the new coach, Sunderland are hoping for tactical innovations for the team and tangible success in the Championship. Young talent and transfers are already paying off - with Pierre Ekwah, a midfielder known for his vision and passing skills, and 18-year-old star player Jobe Bellingham, younger brother of Real Madrid star Jude.

A Premier League club until 2017/18, Stoke City were relegated to the English second division six years ago. This season, the team will try everything to get closer to promotion than the 17th place they finished last year. Midfielder Wouter Burger and right winger Million Manhoef, who was acquired from Vitesse this year, are familiar faces to Dutch fans.

Plan your football trip to England with DFDS and immerse yourself in the fascination and passion of the sport!

The EFL Championship is known for its thrilling atmosphere with great passion, rivalry and enormous excitement due to the unpredictability of its matches, which captivate the fans until the very last minute. An unforgettable experience for any football enthusiast!

Why travel with DFDS? We know it's not just about the game, it's about the feeling of camaraderie - the shared anticipation on the way to the game and the cheers that echo through the stands every time the home team scores. Our football package makes this as easy as possible - with several restaurants and bars on board our ferries where you can toast your team, as well as an included overnight stay in a hotel. Experience the electrifying atmosphere of British football!

At DFDS we know: Your football trip is about more than sport! With us you can enjoy your journey to the full, in comfortable private cabins, with daily fresh meals in our restaurants, and delicious drinks in the Navigators Pub and Columbus Club.

Arrive in Newcastle on the morning of the match day. Tip: Take the Metro from Newcastle city centre to the stadium to get to Sunderland AFC in around 25 minutes. Then soak up the atmosphere in the stadium and cheer on the Black Cats. Tip: Book a premium ticket to get a better view and access to the Black Cats Bar in the stadium!

We recommend ending the evening in a pub. According to a recent survey, Newcastle is the second most popular party city in the UK, well ahead of London! Take advantage of the party scene to dance the night away after the game. The following morning, you'll have plenty of time to explore the city.

Newcastle is a perfect location for a family getaway. It is fun and educational for both the young and older ones. After a relaxing time onboard our ferry, you'll arrive in Newcastle ready to explore great museums for children such as the planetarium in the Life Science Center and the Great North Museum.

We did it! After being crowned ‘Europe’s Leading Ferry Operator 2024’ at the World Travel Awards earlier this year, we are delighted to announce we have retained our title as the World’s Leading Ferry Operator.

We were also once again recognised as having the best website in our industry – scooping both the European and World awards in 2024.

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who voted, and to our passengers, colleagues and partners who contribute to our continued success – we couldn’t do it without you all.