Giving the name away: Stadiums named after sponsors

Wednesday 10 October 2012 10:42 BST

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Newcastle United caused discontent among their supporters when it was announced last season St James' Park has been renamed the Sports Direct Arena.

So today's announcement that the stadium will return to its former name will be well received by fans.

Here, we take a tour of the growing number of sponsored grounds in England.

Click here or click 'VIEW GUIDE' to launch our guide.

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Giving the name away: Stadiums named after sponsors