Donald Trump sparks Newcastle United anger - supporters divided on controversial comments
Newcastle United supporters are polarised after former co-owner Mehrdad Ghodoussi showed support for Donald Trump on social media.
Millions around the world tuned in to watch the billionaire sworn in for a second time - eight years on from his shock election win. Trump claimed a landslide victory in November, defeating incumbent vice-president Kamala Harris to confirm a sensational White House return.
As one of the most polarising politicians in recent decades, his inauguration divided opinion across the US and the planet. Unlike the UK system, Americans are now stuck with Trump for the next four years whether they like it or not.
Newcastle made headlines alongside Trump when the 78-year-old was spotted with club chairman Yasir Al-Rumayyan at UFC 309. Former co-owner Ghodoussi has now thrown support behind the President following his inauguration - comments that have split Toon fans.
“Excited to see what this administration will do over the next 4 years,” he wrote on social media. “PS this is because, in my view, the last 4 years haven’t been a great one for the US. Change is always a good thing if something isn’t working.”
Many fans took umbrage with Ghodoussi for expressing his personal opinion. One response read: “What did Trump do previously when in power that fills you with confidence Mehrdad? People making out he was this messiah that’s going to save the world.”
However, some agreed with Ghodoussi, with some even claiming he is considering moving to the US as a result. The comment read: “We’re aiming to move over there this year Mehrdad and I agree.
“There's issues he has personally but I think I could say that about any politician. He has a vision and people around him and I think he’s going to improve the economy over there.”