Smith makes super start for Newcastle

Alan Smith enjoyed a dream debut for Newcastle with the only goal in a pre-season friendly against Sampdoria.

Sun, 05 Aug, 2007 - 20:18

Alan Smith enjoyed a dream debut for Newcastle with the only goal in a pre-season friendly against Sampdoria.

Smith, who signed a five-year contract on Friday following his move from Manchester United, scored with a header from Geremi’s corner just before the hour mark.

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