A fanatical Newcastle United supporter was definitely not showing off his latest tattoo to his mates in 1995. He had chosen to have a large image of prolific striker Andy Cole in full Magpies garb tattooed on to his right thigh – but two days later Cole left for Manchester United. Cole had become a cult hero in his two years at St James’ Park and had won the fans’ hearts with a scoring record to match greats such as Jackie Milburn . Cole, in just 70 appearances, had hammered 55 goals – a record worth immortalising but perhaps not as permanently as with a tattoo.
