Among the raucous cheers and cracks of Newcastle United fans opening cans of beer, a saxophone pipes up with the tune of 'Local Hero'. Newcastle United fans celebrate Mike Ashley selling the club in October 2021 (Image: Getty Images)"You had thousands of people congregated around the statues and The Strawberry. Sam Fender at St James Park: Times, date, tickets and why Newcastle United fans need to keep an eye on the gig. AdvertisementAdvertisementJust as the BBC star was overcome by Fender's personality, it's a charm that has worked on Newcastle United fans too. He's been representing the city of Newcastle and Newcastle United all over the globe and it makes you proud as a Geordie.

Source: BBC May 25, 2023 12:14 UTC