Pardew surprised by early fan criticism

Pardew has divided opinion among Newcastle supporters since taking the reins in 2010 and he found himself under fire during the second half of the 2013-14 campaign, having lost 13 of 19 matches.

However, the 53-year-old is facing fresh scrutiny at St James' Park after the club's winless start to the season - one defeat and two draws - with one anonymous fan group creating a website calling for his sacking.

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