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!
25. 1973
A familiar view for many older fans with Wigan Athletic in action at Springfield Park in 1973 with the top of the Springfield Hotel visible above the terraced houses on Springfield Road. Photo: Frank Orrell
26. 1971
Wigan Athletic fans at the FA Cup 2nd round match at the Racecourse ground against 3rd Division Wrexham on Saturday 11th of December 1971. Wigan lost the match 4-0. Photo: Frank Orrell
27. 1974
Manchester City captain Mike Summerbee leads his team out for an end of season friendly against the Northern Premier League at Springfield Park on Tuesday 7th of May 1974. The match was a 2-2 draw. Photo: Frank Orrell
28. 1971
Wigan Athletic fans at the FA Cup 2nd round match at the Racecourse ground against 3rd Division Wrexham on Saturday 11th of December 1971. Wigan lost the match 4-0. Photo: Frank Orrell