Fans are furious with owner Mike Ashley after the appointment of Steve Bruce as manager to replace Rafa Benitez. (Image: Stu Forster)A statement by the collective read: "Nine Newcastle United supporter groups, which are calling on fans to boycott the club's first game of the season, against Arsenal - have issued a joint statement in response to the appointment of Steve Bruce as manager. "Steve Bruce is an unambitious appointment by an unambitious owner. "Bruce’s appointment is testament to Ashley’s continued mismanagement of Newcastle United Football Club, which has been the hallmark of his tenure. (Image: Newcastle Chronicle)It is not the first time Newcastle fans have taken to protest in recent weeks.

Source: Daily Mirror July 17, 2019 14:13 UTC