Newcastle United will hold a series of tributes and charity initiatives at their home match against Everton to mark Remembrance Day. The club's plans include on-pitch ceremonies, commemorative merchandise and special events for veterans and service personnel.
Ahead of the Monday evening fixture, local personnel from the British Army, Royal Navy and RAF will join the teams on the pitch at St James' Park to lay wreaths in the centre circle. This will be followed by a minute's silence, during which The Last Post will be played. Supporters in the East Stand are invited to raise cards to form a remembrance display, and fans are encouraged to take their seats early to participate. The club's players will wear special poppy shirts for the match, which will be signed and auctioned after kick-off, with all proceeds going to the Royal British Legion.
Community and charity events
Beyond the matchday itself, the club is hosting its second annual Wor Heroes invitational veterans' gathering at St James' Park on Tuesday 3rd November. Veterans wishing to attend must register by email before 6pm on 2 November. For the Everton game, the club is providing a private 24-person executive box for local veterans living with PTSD to enjoy the match with a guest. A child from a local veteran family has also been selected as the official matchday mascot.
On Friday 6th November, the Newcastle United Armed Forces Supporters Club will face Sunderland in a charity derby match at The Trustmark Group Stadium, with a 7:30pm kick-off. The club is providing the official team kit for the event. Official Newcastle United poppy pin badges are also available in club stores for £6, with all profits benefiting the Royal British Legion.
Match context and remembrance
The fixture provides a poignant backdrop for reflection, coming just days after the two sides met at Goodison Park, where Everton won 3-1. Newcastle, currently 12th in the Premier League with 11 points, will be looking for a different result in this quick rematch at home. Supporters are also invited to visit the War Memorial Garden behind the Milburn Stand, which honors former Newcastle United players who died serving their country. The auctions for the match-worn poppy shirts begin at kick-off on Monday.
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