In some ways, it seemed an ordinary matchday as Newcastle fans climbed the hill towards St James' Park.
But the cover of the matchday programme was maybe the first clue. Midfielder Sean Longstaff was set on a background of pure gold.
Sunday's Premier League match against Tottenham was the first since the club was bought in a takeover backed by Saudi Arabia's Public Investment Fund (PIF) - a body reported to be worth in excess of £250bn. The deal makes Newcastle one of the richest clubs in world football.
The prospect of their fortunes being transformed both on the balance sheet and the league table have prompted celebrations from many fans.