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toon army
What does toon army mean?
Newcastle United supporters as a single black-and-white tidal wave. Toon is Geordie for town (meaning Newcastle itself), and Army captures the away-day travelling-circus energy. One of the most recognised fan nicknames in English football.
"The Toon Army took over Wembley — fifty thousand strong and not one of them sober."
Origin
Toon is the Geordie pronunciation of town, referring to Newcastle. The Army tag dates from the 1980s away-following culture.
Frequently asked questions
What does Toon Army mean?
The Toon Army is the collective name for Newcastle United's famously passionate fanbase.
Where does the name Toon Army come from?
'Toon' is the Geordie pronunciation of 'town,' referring to Newcastle, and its supporters are known as the Toon Army.
How do you use Toon Army in a sentence?
For example: 'The Toon Army packed out St James' Park for the derby.'
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