Newcastle 'appalled' by violence

Newcastle say they are "embarrassed and appalled" by supporters who clashed with police after Sunday's 3-0 defeat by Sunderland in the Tyne-Wear derby. And they have pledged to ban any fans involved for life. Four officers suffered injuries and 29 people were arrested, while one man was pictured punching a horse. "We were embarrassed and appalled by the behaviour of a minority of so-called fans who were involved in disturbances," read a club statement. "These deploble individuals have no place at Newcastle United." The trouble occurred in Newcastle city centre, where bottles were thrown and bins set on fire as mounted officers tried to move crowds back. "Newcastle United have been working with Northumbria Police, and will continue to do so, in order to identify all of the individuals concerned," the statement continued.