There were a few problems on the walk back to the station.
Sunderland fans waiting at various points along the way, and I remember some of them were spitting at the Brighton supporters , and making threats of violence, although I don't know if anyone going hurt.
During the late 60's and early 70's Albion's away following was often less than 100, especially for matches in the North.
I can remember plenty of games where there was only those that travelled on the Supporters Club coach, and a handful of others .
Even during the promotion season 1971-72, the...
If that was the game we won 2-1 with goals from Kit Napier and Ken Beamish, there was a decent Brighton following, well over 1000 if I remember correctly.
Leyton Orient October 1968.
A 3-2 defeat, there was no segregation, I was standing amongst the Orient fans, and it seemed like I was the only Brighton fan there!