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Matty Hewitt

Wor Flags use Alan Shearer testimonial as inspiration for Leicester City Carabao Cup display

Wor Flags have called on Newcastle United fans to bring their scarves to Tuesday night's Carabao Cup Quarter Final clash with Leicester City. The fan group, who has done a brilliant job at improving the atmosphere at St. James' Park, is hoping to recreate the brilliant scenes from Alan Shearer's testimonial back in 2006.

A crowd of 52,275, cheered on the lads in a memorable evening to celebrate one of the best players to ever pull on a black and white shirt. The upcoming game against Leicester City is one of huge significance where teh current crop of players can write their name into Newcastle folklore.

A Wor Flags statement said: "On Tuesday night we are at St. James' Park for the first time in 2023 and we're asking you to #BringYourScarf. Led by Eddie Howe, we are dreaming of a first major trophy since 1969 and a return to European football.

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