Football fans have been reassured after concerns they would not be able to access their season tickets.
Sunderland AFC moved to digital ticketing at the beginning of the 2023-24 season, but some supporters feared they would not be able to get a physical ticket for next season after hearing conflicting information.
The club has clarified that anyone without a smart phone could still request a printed card, but it would cost extra and the deadline for requests was approaching.
Stan Simpson, 82, who has had a season ticket for many years, said: "I want a ticket in my hand, I’m not comfortable with it being on a phone.