Premier League matches in October which have not been earmarked for regular televised coverage can only be watched live via Sky Sports or BT Sport box office services for a fee of £14.95.
Many fans felt that was a step too far when they already pay regular subscriptions to broadcasters as well as for season tickets to watch their team in person, something the coronavirus pandemic currently prevents them from doing.
The nufcfoodbank Twitter account said Newcastle fans had raised £16,000 by giving money to the city's West End food bank rather than pay to watch the Magpies' match against Manchester United on Saturday night.
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