General
red and white
What does red and white mean?
Describing a Sunderland supporter, after the club's red-and-white strip.
"He's red and white, a proper Mackem."
Origin
From the Sunderland AFC kit colours.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'red and white' mean?
It describes a Sunderland AFC supporter, named after the club's red-and-white striped kit.
What is a Mackem?
A Mackem is a person from Sunderland, and a red-and-white supporter is a proper Mackem.
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