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.
1. Stags 2 Swindon Town 5
Mansfield Town fans before kick-off against Swindon Town. Photo: Chris Holloway:r
2. Stags 2 Swindon Town 5
Mansfield Town fans before kick-off against Swindon Town. Photo: Chris Holloway
3. Stags 2 Swindon Town 5
Mansfield Town fans before kick-off against Swindon Town. Photo: Chris Holloway
4. Stags 2 Swindon Town 5
Mansfield Town fans before kick-off against Swindon Town. Photo: Chris Holloway