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Ambrose reveals excellent Shearer story ahead of Palace v Newcastle

We all know where Darren Ambrose's loyalties will lie when Palace v Newcastle United kicks off on Friday night.

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However, if there was any doubt that the club legend would be cheering on the famous red and blue, all that is removed when you realise Ambrose initally didn't want to sign for the Magpies.

Below is a snippet of the former midfielder's matchday programme column, in which he admits that being somewhat starstruck by Alan Shearer saw him sign, minutes before he was about to head back home to Ipswich.