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Newcastle United have had very little to laugh and joke about this season and with a tough run of fixtures set top come – starting with Arsenal this weekend – giggles may be few and far between.

But that didn’t stop the Magpies from enjoying a laugh at the expense of midfielder Moussa Sissoko.

In the clip, United stars lined up Sissoko and filmed the France international as he got himself covered in powder, to the amusement of those around him.

The timing of such a clip surfacing may frustrate some sections of the Toon Army who feel they have been let down this season.

But it hopefully provided some light relief and looked like Sissoko saw the funny side of the prank.

Let’s hope there can be more cheer at the weekend at St James’ Park.