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Newcastle star Jonjo Shelvey plans surprise school visit for ball boy who he celebrated with after dramatic 4-3 victory over Norwich

Newcastle midfielder Jonjo Shelvey gave supporters a heart-warming moment during their recent 4-3 victory over Norwich when he celebrated with a young ball boy.

Shelvey held youngster Joshua Follin aloft after the Magpies smashed home a dramatic late winner to defeat Norwich 4-3 at St James' Park.

Now, Shelvey has gone one better and decided to surprise his new friend by visiting him at school.

Jonjo Shelvey surprised Joshua Follin and gave him a signed photo of their special celebration
Jonjo Shelvey surprised Joshua Follin and gave him a signed photo of their special celebration
Follin had no idea the Newcastle star was going to drop in on his class
Follin had no idea the Newcastle star was going to drop in on his class

Shelvey made an appearance at Shanklea Primary School in Cramlington during assembly to surprise the youngster, much to the delight of his class-mates.