The third kit for the 2022-23 season has been unveiled.
The leaked photos of the shirt had similarities to the Saudi Arabia national team kit.
A Saudi Arabian-backed group took over the team.
At the time of the photo leak, the human rights group said that the shirt was evidence of sportswashing by the Saudi state.
After receiving legally binding assurances that the Saudi state wouldn't control the club, the premier league approved the takeover.
Eddie Howe said he was aware of the criticism.
He said it wasn't something he had control over.
When we traveled to Saudi Arabia, we were aware of the huge interest in the city.
I know I'm making an assumption, but our kit manufacturers have probably acknowledged that and that's why we're here.
The Public Investment Fund has an 80% stake in the club.
Saudi Arabia has been accused of human rights abuses.
"If it is true that Newcastle United is changing its kit to match Saudi Arabia's national colors, it exposes the power of the Saudi dollar and the kingdom's determination to sportswash its brutal, blood-soaked human rights record."
Despite their assurances of a separation between the Saudi owners and the club, this seems like clear evidence of the regime usingNewcastle to portray a positive image.
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