The climate is very sensitive at the moment, and UEFA are jumping on ANY club that flouts the laws of decency.
We want volume and full backing for our players, but not with a anti-Islamic tone.
Toon chairman Chris Mort has urged Newcastle's supporters to help him ensure there is no repeat of the anti-Islamic chanting that made bad reading in the national newspapers.
Come On Toon Army - Let's Keep It Decent!
There are certain reporters who have it in for Newcastle ... and we should not play into their hands.
Boro, to their credit, played it down even though the Premier League wanted a report from them. It could have been a disaster for Newcastle if those in high places pushed the panic button.
The Magpies chairman is hoping it was an isolated incident.
Boro, to their credit, played it down even though the Premier League wanted a report from them. It could have been a disaster for Newcastle if those in high places pushed the panic button.
The Magpies chairman is hoping it was an isolated incident.
Mort: "Unfortunately, it was the abuse of Mido and not our open play and goals that captured the headlines.
"This isn't typical behaviour from our supporters.
"We value highly the great work that has been done by and with important organisations such as Kick It Out and we also do a considerable amount of work which goes unnoticed.
"This club doesn't judge people on the grounds of race, religion or personal beliefs. I want to encourage fan participation and we must all work hard together to make sure the Mido incident is a one-off.
"I would like to say a public thank-you for the way the Middlesbrough owner (Steve Gibson) and manager (Gareth Southgate) reacted to the incident.
"While they naturally supported their player, all their comments about Newcastle United were both sensible and measured."