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American man flies 14 hours a game to follow NUFC

An American man with a passion for English football regularly travels more than 4,000 miles to follow his team.

John O'Hare, from Oklahoma, supports Newcastle United and is a familiar face at St James' Park.

His father was born on Tyneside, but was raised in New York.

The avid Toon fan says his team has the most passionate fans in English football.

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