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World Cup fan zone announced in Newcastle with ex-Newcastle United stars set to mix with fans

An indoor World Cup fan zone in Newcastle city centre has been described as the place to be for the forthcoming tournament in Qatar.

The former o2 Academy building has had a £2.75 million pound refurbishment giving the popular venue a new lease of life and former Newcastle and England players Rob Lee, Steve Howey and Lee Clark are all set to be involved as pundits - mixing with supporters during big matches.

Live music and entertainment venue NX Newcastle has today announced a 1,500-capacity fan zone for all of England's games at the 2022 competition.

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