Geordie exile Dale Imray didn’t believe it when told his beloved Newcastle United were coming to New Zealand – the reality proved even better.

Vurnon Anita has revealed that his plan to cope with pre season is drinking lots of water, sleeping and training hard – music to any manager’s ears.

Alan Pardew looked back on a job well done, on and off the pitch, after the final whistle at Newcastle United v Sydney FC.

Newcastle United fans watch in disbelief as BT Sport stop coverage of tributes to Liam Sweeney and John Alder, to show adverts.

Enjoy all the goals action from Newcastle United v Sydney FC, a comical defensive display by the Aussies and Adam Armstrong’s strike the pick of the bunch.

Alan Pardew has named three new signings in a strong starting 11 for Newcastle United v Sydney FC.

Reflecting on Newcastle fans such as Liam Sweeney and John Alder, Alan Pardew says fans are the only constant at the club, unlike owners, managers, players.

Alan Pardew has stated Mike Ashley is aiming for Champions League qualification in an ‘educated way’ rather than spending fortunes.

Newcastle United are travelling to the other side of the World to play two friendlies pre-season, fans questioning the point with such low ticket sales.