NEWCASTLE UNITED’S players will be greeted by a special display in the Wembley stands when they walk out for this month’s Carabao Cup final against Manchester United – with the club having provided funding for the Wor Flags group.
Wor Flags are responsible for the pre-match displays of flags, banners and scarves that have become a major feature of Newcastle United’s home matches at St James’ Park.
The group, which is funded by Newcastle supporters, had been planning a pre-match display for Wembley, but because of the short turnaround time from the semi-final win over Southampton, had feared they might struggle to raise the necessary funds.
However, the Magpies hierarchy have agreed to provide support from club funds, meaning there will be a special display in the Wembley stands in the final few minutes before the start of the League Cup final on Sunday, February 26.
A statement issued on Wor Flags’ social media platforms said: “We can confirm there will be a display at Wembley Stadium in the Newcastle end at the League Cup final. The display will involve every single Newcastle supporter in attendance.
“Due to the short turnaround between the second leg of the semi-final and the final itself, fundraising for the main part of the display would have been extremely difficult in order to place the order in time, so we are absolutely delighted that Newcastle United have agreed to provide significant funding towards the display.
“When the lads walk out at Wembley they deserve to be met with a fantastic sight they often get at St James’ Park, and we are thrilled that Newcastle United are helping to make it a reality.
“We will be providing our own flags and banners to add to the display which should make it an unbelievable sight. If you are able to donate towards a Wembley display, please do.
“Our sincere thanks go to Newcastle United for their support with this. It highlights perfectly the developing relationship between fans and the club.”
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