But occasionally they train their cameras away from the action and onto the supporters cheering their sides on from the stands. Here, for example, we have a collection of fan pictures taken at Wigan Athletic games, both home and away, between 1971 and 1975. Enjoy!
21. 1972
Wigan Athletic fans supporting their team against Morecambe in a Northern Premier League match at Springfield Park on Saturday 5th of February 1972. Latics won 1-0 with a penalty from Jim Fleming. Photo: Frank Orrell
22. 1975
Fans watching the Northern Premier League match between Wigan Athletic and Skelmersdale United at White Moss Park on Saturday 23rd of August 1975. Latics won 2-1 with goals from John Rogers and Mickey Worswick. Photo: Frank Orrell
23. 1973
Wigan Athletic fans at the FA Trophy semi-final match against Stafford Rangers at Port Vale on Saturday 31st of March 1973. The match ended in a 0-0 draw. Photo: Frank Orrell
24. 1974
Fans looking forward to the match between Manchester City and the Northern Premier League in an end of season friendly at Springfield Park on Tuesday 7th of May 1974. The match was a 2-2 draw. Photo: Frank Orrell