Ant and December join Newcastle fans at St James’ Park for first match since £300m takeover

TV stars End And This were among thousands of Newcastle United supporters who cheered Toon Senna as they ushered in a new era under Saudi ownership.

There was excitement among the vast majority of fans, including some who wore cloaks over their heads to pay tribute to him. Premier Leaguerichest owner of

However, protesters were seen outside the 52,000-seat stadium before the match against Tottenham began at 4.30 pm.

It has met with strong opposition since the £300 million acquisition due to human rights abuses in the Saudi Arab and the murder of journalist Jamal Khashoggi in 2018.

A van carrying a picture of Khashoggi and Saudi Arabia’s Crown Prince bin Salman was seen moving on the ground.

The vast majority of fans were in high spirits to pay tribute to the Premier League’s richest bosses, some of whom had robes on their heads.

TV stars End And This were among thousands of Newcastle United supporters who cheered Toon Senna as they ushered in a new era under Saudi ownership.

A Newcastle fan is pictured above as opinion is divided on whether a Saudi takeover of the club would be beneficial

Twitter account @NUFCLC uploaded a picture of fans with the caption ‘don’t know who he is but he said UP the Newcastle’