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LAURA WOODS has revealed she is "half" a Newcastle fan ahead of the Toon's crunch Champions League clash with Paris Saint-Germain.

And the TNT Sports presenter even wore a black and white top while discussing The Magpies' European hopes.

Laura Woods asked Rio Ferdinand and Co if they will be supporting Newcastle
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Laura Woods asked Rio Ferdinand and Co if they will be supporting NewcastleCredit: TNT
Ferdinand told Woods she was wearing a Newcastle top with her black and white striped jumper
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Ferdinand told Woods she was wearing a Newcastle top with her black and white striped jumperCredit: TNT
Woods laughed it off and then claimed she is 'half' a Newcastle fan
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Woods laughed it off and then claimed she is 'half' a Newcastle fanCredit: TNT

Eddie Howe's men made a superb start to their first Champions League campaign in 20 years when they followed up a draw against AC Milan with a breathtaking 4-1 win over PSG at St James' Park.

But back-to-back defeats to Borussia Dortmund have left them in need of results away at PSG and at home to AC Milan to avoid a group-stage exit.

Ahead of Newcastle's trip to Paris, a saw Woods, Rio Ferdinand, Ally McCoist and Jermaine Jenas discuss their chances against the Ligue 1 champions.

Woods began the debate, asking: "Are we all Geordies tomorrow?"

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McCoist confirmed he will be, before Ferdinand pointed at Woods' black and white striped top and added: "You're one today."

Woods, who is now dating Geordie Love Island star Adam Collard, laughed and replied: "I mean, I am always half of one."

The former talkSPORT host is an Arsenal supporter, but her dad is from Newcastle - meaning the Toon hold a special place in her heart.

They then turned their attention to what they expect to happen in Paris on Tuesday evening.

Newcastle thrashed PSG at St James' Park in October
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Newcastle thrashed PSG at St James' Park in OctoberCredit: Reuters

Woods said: "There was something about that performance at St James' Park against PSG where it felt like every single one of the Newcastle players was at a different level."

Ferdinand then replied: "Will they ever get to that feeling again? I think it's going to be difficult."

McCoist said: "Newcastle are just now on a crest of a wave, they're really enjoying it. They're enjoying the ride, and so they should.

"But I just think you look back to that PSG game, that was absolutely special."

Before Jenas concluded the clip by adding: "Every time I've doubted Newcastle this year, they've delivered.

"I don't see any reason to doubt them."

The duo later shared a joke pitchside that led to Jenas hilariously threatening to walk off screens.

Inside Laura Woods' glamorous life as football, boxing and NFL presenter...

Laura is the new face of TNT Sports' Champions League coverage
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Laura is the new face of TNT Sports' Champions League coverage
She has gathered a huge social media following in recent years
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She has gathered a huge social media following in recent yearsCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
She has become TNT Sports' main Champions League anchor this season
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She has become TNT Sports' main Champions League anchor this seasonCredit: Getty
Laura also likes to let her hair down when not working
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Laura also likes to let her hair down when not workingCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
Laura went Instagram official with her romance with Adam Collard
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Laura went Instagram official with her romance with Adam CollardCredit: Instagram
Laura is dating former Love Island star Adam Collard
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Laura is dating former Love Island star Adam CollardCredit: Instagram
She also works for ITV on their coverage of the NFL
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She also works for ITV on their coverage of the NFLCredit: Instagram
Woods previously hosted the talkSPORT Breakfast alongside great pal Ally McCoist
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Woods previously hosted the talkSPORT Breakfast alongside great pal Ally McCoistCredit: Instagram
She loves a day at the races during the summer
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She loves a day at the races during the summerCredit: Instagram @laurawoodsy
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