11 of the most eccentric Newcastle United tattoos: from badges to Sir Bobby Robson

Newcastle United fans are a different kind of obsessed.

Getting inked to show your love and dedication to your club is celebrated and the sign of a true, lifelong fan.

When I was a kid, every one of my friend’s dads had a NUFC badge tattooed somewhere.

But it feels like we’ve evolved from there. Fans tattoos are getting bigger, more intricate and- well- amusing.

Badges have been replaced with entire arms, legs and backs covered by favourite players and meaningful moments.

Even though it’s unlikely the footballers will stay forever, it’s certain these fans will remember them.

So here are some of the best we could find