Shola Ameobi and Shay Given, two former Newcastle United stars, have recently paid a visit to Heaton Stannington, showing their support for local football. The club, which is part of the NPL East division, has put a £250,000 grant from the Premier League Stadium Fund to good use for improvements, showing just how much football legends can mean to community clubs.
- Heaton Stannington received a £250,000 grant from the Premier League Stadium Fund.
- Ameobi and Given visited to see the improvements made with the grant.
- Their visit highlights the ongoing contribution of football legends to the sport.
Impact of Premier League Support
The Premier League Stadium Fund is a really vital resource for clubs like Heaton Stannington, allowing them to improve their facilities. These kind of improvements benefit the teams and help build community engagement, which is great for grassroots football. Having high-profile figures like Ameobi and Given show up, only adds to the importance of these projects.
Ameobi and Given, both with brilliant careers at Newcastle United, are still very much involved with football even after their playing days. Ameobi works with Newcastle United’s academy and serves in an ambassadorial role, while Given has moved into media work. Their visit really shows how strong their connection to the football community still is.
Newcastle United legends Shola Ameobi and Shay Given visited Heaton Stannington to see how the NPL East club have utilised £250,000 from the Premier League Stadium Fund.
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April 01, 2026
Legacy of Ameobi and Given
Shola Ameobi and Shay Given left a real lasting legacy at Newcastle United. Ameobi, with 397 appearances and 79 goals, and Given with 462 appearances, were both hugely important during their time at the club. Their dedication and skill is something that inspires the next generation of players and fans alike.
Given’s career also included a notable spell at Aston Villa. Both players engagement with community initiatives and their efforts to lift up local clubs, really does show their unwavering commitment to the sport and it’s development at every level.
Further Reading
For more information on Newcastle United and their current form, you can read a detailed match preview of their upcoming Premier League clash with Brighton & Hove Albion. The clubs rich history and achievements are also available, offering further context on the legends’ former team.
