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Newcastle supporters to stay away from Tottenham match in protest at Ashley

Newcastle United fans are set to boycott their next home fixture in the Premier League.

It is being reported that Toon supporters will avoid St James' Park for the April 19 meeting with Tottenham as protest against owner Mike Ashley.

A majority of the Newcastle faithful want billionaire Ashley out of the club and are urging him to sell.

Supporters groups have banded together to create the AshleyOut.com website which posted a statement pertaining to the proposed boycott.

"We would like to invite you to join us for a visual and audible protest in Leazes Park starting 30 minutes before kick-off (3:30pm) and continuing until full-time, followed by a post-game protest under the Milburn Stand, for which protest materials will be provided," read the statement.

"While encouraging as many as possible to participate, our primary motivation will always be to unite fans in action against Ashley both inside and outside the stadium.

"Whether people choose to boycott or attend the match, apathy is no longer a viable option."

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