But there were plenty of smiles before kick-off with our photographer Chris Holloway capturing just some of the fans at the match.
Take a look at this gallery and see if you can spot someone you know.
9. Stags 2 Swindon Town 5
Mansfield Town fans before kick-off against Swindon Town. Photo: Chris Holloway:r
10. Stags 2 Swindon Town 5
Mansfield Town fans before kick-off against Swindon Town. Photo: Chris Holloway
11. Stags 2 Swindon Town 5
Mansfield Town fans before kick-off against Swindon Town. Photo: Chris Holloway
12. Stags 2 Swindon Town 5
Mansfield Town fans before kick-off against Swindon Town. Photo: Chris Holloway
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