Kinnear OUT, Papa John IN: Newcastle make signing after transfer deadline

By Colin Young

Published: 06:47 EST, 6 February 2014 | Updated: 07:56 EST, 6 February 2014

Newcastle United have clinched a deal to get half-price pizzas every time the team scores twice or more in a Barclays Premier League match.

Papa John's has created the exclusive offer for Newcastle fans for the rest of this season.
Newcastle fans can claim the offer on-line when the second goal is scored.

Newcastle midfielder Moussa Sissoko was one of the players who launched the scheme on Thursday morning.

Grab a slice! Newcastle United have announced a pizza partnership with Papa John's

Gone: The Magpies lost Yohan Cabaye to Paris Saint-Germain during the last week of the transfer window

Shown the door: Much-maligned director of football Joe Kinnear left the club this week

Dale Aitchison, head of partnerships at Newcastle United, said: 'This is a really exciting partnership and one that I'm sure the supporters will enjoy.

'The fans play a big part in our performances at home and on the road and it's great that Papa John's have shown their appreciation for the support they give our players.'

Andrew Gallagher, Papa John's marketing director, added: 'Newcastle United is one of the giants of English football and once we finally got the chance to put pen to paper we knew the best way to kick off our relationship - give the supporters fantastic pizzas and deals.'

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