Blyth Spartans v Newcastle United (Special Guests)

This is a photo gallery of the special guests at the Blyth Spartans v Newcastle United match to commemorate the centenary of Croft Park.

(Above): left to right Jack Earnshaw a pre World War 2 Spartans player, Frank Machin son of the Blyth Spartans scorer in 1909 game at the opening of Croft Park and Billy Fenwick another pre World War 2 Player.

(Above): 'Lord Ridley presents Spartans Chairman Tony Platten with a plaque to mark 100 years at Croft Park

(Above): Lord Ridley chats with current Newcastle United caretaker manager Chris Hughton

(Above): Tony Platten and Lord Ridley head back to the stand after the kick off