Watch the fantastic scenes as Newcastle United fans unveil display ahead of Aston Villa clash

An eagerly anticipated clash between Eddie Howe and Unai Emery’s side got, what is expected to be a very exciting 2023/24 season on both domestic and european stage, underway on Tyneside. All eyes pre-match were on Howe’s team selection with Sandro Tonali handed his competitive debut.

However, as kick-off approached at a sold out St James’ Park, attentions quickly turned to another fantastic Wor Flags display that helped to build the pre-match atmosphere. Alongside the usual waving of flags placed on seats around the ground, supporters in the East Stand waved gold and silver flags that read 1892 - the year the club was formed. The club also got involved with trying to lift the pre-match atmosphere with fire that was shot around the ground before both teams entered the field.