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Newcastle’s new owners make U-turn on fans warning after just three days


The new owners of Newcastle United appeared to have had a very sudden change of heart on the divisive topic of fans donning traditional Arabic clothing to games

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Newcastle United have done a bizarre U-turn on their warning to fans not to wear Arabic inspired headwear.

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Some Geordies turned up to the opening game of the Saudi Arabian funded takeover dressed in gowns and kaffiyeh, the traditional head wear.

That was condemned by anti-racism group Kick it Out who believed the fancy dress could be racism, offensive or culturally insensitive.

The club acted on Wednesday to “kindly ask” fans not to wear such clothing unless they already did.

But on Saturday afternoon released a statement saying fans could do what they wanted, in a strange change of heart.

A number of Newcastle fans donned Arabic-inspired headwear before the recent clash against Spurs
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On Wednesday the club insisted: “There remains the possibility that dressing this way is culturally inappropriate and risks causing offence to others.

“All visitors to the club are, as always, encouraged to wear whatever is the norm for their own culture or religion, continuing to reflect the broad and rich multicultural communities and groups from which the club proudly draws its support.”

But today the policy changed. In a statement released during the clash with Crystal Palace, they said: “ Newcastle United FC would like to clarify guidance issued on Wednesday October 20th regarding matchday attire.

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“The new owners have been overwhelmed by the welcome of the local community, following the acquisition of the club two weeks ago.

“The fans who have celebrated by wearing culturally traditional clothing, including head coverings, have been part of that welcome.

“Those who wish to support the club by wearing appropriate culturally-inspired clothing should feel free to do so as they see fit. We are inclusive to all.

Should Newcastle fans, who wouldn’t usually, be allowed to wear traditional Arabic clothing to games? Comment below.

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Newcastle United fans were originally told not to wear the items of clothing, only for the club to U-turn days later
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“To reiterate what we said previously, neither the club nor its new owners were offended by attire worn, and appreciate the overt statements of support and acceptance by our great fans.

“Newcastle United FC and its new owners continue to support the Premier League ’s initiatives on diversity and inclusion, including No Room for Racism.

“In closing, we thank the fans of Newcastle United FC for their incredible support.”

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Crystal Palace fans unveiled a banned attacking Newcastle’s Saudi state ownership group the Public Investment Fund today accusing them of terrorism, beheading, censorship and human rights abuses.

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