Newcastle United co-owner Mehrdad Ghodoussi helped to put smiles on the faces of poorly youngsters when he surprised them at a special event at St James' Park.
Dozens of children undergoing treatment at the Great North Children’s Hospital in Newcastle were invited to the ground to enjoy a day of games and acitivies organised by the Newcastle United Foundation. But it was while they were there that Mehrdad Ghodoussi made a surprise appearance to the delight of the courageous youngsters.
The Newcastle United part-owner showed his caring side when he took the time to get to know all of the children and their families individually. The children also got to meet with players from Newcastle United Women including Georgia Gibson and Sharna Wilkinson.