Wonga Remove Sports Direct Monstrosity


By Tyne-Talk
May 21 2013

Wonga took steps to remove the Sports Direct sign from the roof of the Gallowgate end of St James Park today, honouring their pledge to return the stadium to its original name and back to the fans. Former Newcastle United player and current Football Development Manager Peter Beardsley said of the changes; 

“It was always a privilege to play in front of the Gallowgate. It’s one of the most famous stands in the country – if not in world football – so it’s great to see it being put back to its original state.

It’s a fantastic gesture from our new sponsors. I’m sure it’s something which will be really appreciated by our supporters.”

And Errol Damelin founder and CEO of Wonga added;

“This moment is all about our commitment to the fans. When we restored St James’ Park to its original name, we said we’d return some traditions to them.

This is another symbolic part of that promise and we’ve got more in store. Beyond the stadium naming, we’re building our sponsorship up with real investment in the club, the Academy and the local community.”

Local firm Just Signs & Lighting Ltd are carrying out the redecoration works to restore the Gallowgate End back to the way it was before Sports Direct put their mark on the place.

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21/05/2013 19:13
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CNDShearerFan16
21/05/2013 19:38
I still have little time for Wonga and what they stand for but I can certainly approve of this move.

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piston26
Piston
23/05/2013 11:12
Nice.. But somehow I don't feel like its enough for me to stomach that fugly logo being on our shirt..
I suppose they had to do something to make it more palatable for us, fair play.
It's not going to motivate me to apply for a loan though!

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davenufc
davenufc
23/05/2013 11:59
The thing about this though is the monstrosity should not have been there in the first place (he never paid for the privalege)

Now we are been asked to be grateful to w****a for taking it away.
Its like been grateful to the bloke who has just given you a kicking for growing tired of hurting you and stopping.

If Ashley wants a round of applause off me could I suggest his suicide.

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annie
23/05/2013 16:13
I don't like Wonga but appreciate the gesture.

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