Sunderland hilariously trolled by Newcastle United supporter - Alan Shearer responds

Newcastle United supporter Ben Waine was left stunned by Alan Shearer recognising his celebration against Sunderland.

Born and raised in New Zealand, the 24-year-old has Geordie heritage from his mother’s side and is a lifelong Toon fan. It appeared only right for Waine to bag the winner as Port Vale dumped Sunderland out of the FA Cup.

In true Shearer fashion, the forward headed home inside the penalty area, crowning his goal with one arm raised in celebration. Every Newcastle fan has mimicked the gesture at some stage in their lives - but few get to do so against the Black Cats.

Alan Shearer reacts

The Toon icon responded to the goal with a raised-arm emoji as Sunderland, like Newcastle, crashed out of the competition. While the Magpies lost to Manchester City 24 hours earlier, Regis Le Bris’ side lost to League One’s rock-bottom side Port Vale.

Both clubs are set to meet in less than a fortnight as Newcastle aim to avenge December’s defeat at the Stadium of Light. Waine might have just added extra spice to the occasion with his Shearer-esque celebration…

Ben Waine stunned by Alan Shearer post

Speaking to Sky Sports, Kiwi striker Waines could not believe he caught the attention of Newcastle’s greatest striker. He said: "It doesn't get better than that. That was something I have never even dreamt of, for it to go that way I think my family will be happy!

“I don’t know what to say. I never got to see him (Shearer) play live. I was a bit too young but, growing up, I watched his YouTube highlights all the time. I used to try and do that (the celebration) all the time when I was back in New Zealand.

“Not a bad time to pull that celebration out, jheez. I was thinking about that last night but you don’t know if that moment is going to come. I’m just grateful it did.”

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