Newcastle United are back at St James’s Park today as they resume their Premier League campaign against Sheffield United, but things look very different to when they left.
From disinfected balls to bare stands, temperature checks to face masks – and the odd lockdown beard – things are looking very different.
Here, we look at the dramatic pictures which show exactly how the ‘new normal’ in the footballing world looks at Newcastle United:
9. This popular pre-match jaunt remains closed
The pre-match pint is out of the picture in the 'new normal' Photo: Ian Forsyth
10. Empty stands face both sets of players
Newcastle United are usually roared on by over 50,000 fans - but for now they'll have to deal with hundreds, rather than thousands, of spectators in attendance. Photo: MICHAEL REGAN
11. All Premier League clubs are backing Black Lives Matter
Players have been taking the knee in all fixtures since football's return in a powerful statement. Photo: Pool