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The Saudi Golf CEO was in attendance at St James's Park as goals from Fabian Schar and Callum Wilson helped Newcastle secure a 2-0 win against the newly-promoted side.

Alongside him in the director’s box were co-owners Amanda Staveley and Jamie Reuben along with Mehrdad Ghodoussi, and Reuben’s father and brother David and David Jr.

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Newcastle United co-owner Amanda Staveley and director Majed al Sorour during the Premier League match between Newcastle United and Nottingham Forest at St. James Park on August 06, 2022 in Newcastle upon Tyne, England. (Photo by Stu Forster/Getty Images)

Back in May, Al Sorour was appointed as a new director at Newcastle, joining Staveley, Reuben and chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan.

The 49-year-old was previously a professional footballer with Saudi side Al Nassr before pursuing a business career.

Following the opening day win, Al Sorour posted on LinkedIn: “Great start of the season.

"Was great to see Amanda and Mehrdad. To the Ruben family, always good to see you and talk the future of Newcastle.

"Having my son attend was a plus. To our chairman, thank you for allowing us to be productive.”

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