By DAVID COULTER

Last updated at 10:56, Friday, 24 July 2009

STOCKSFIELD shot stopper Fraser Forster made an appearance for Newcastle United’s first team in Saturday’s friendly against Darlington.

Forster (21) replaced Tim Krul at half-time as the Toon Army strolled to an emphatic 7-2 victory at The Northern Echo Arena.

He was rarely tested by the Coca Cola League Two outfit, although veteran Dean Windass managed to beat him late on with the score at 6-1.

However, he was not as lucky on Tuesday night as he remained the side’s only unused substitute in their 1-0 win over Huddersfield Town.

Forster, who spent time on loan at Stockport County last season, found himself on the United bench for parts of last season for the then Barclays Premier League side but is now thought to be third choice ‘keeper for the Magpies.

But with the managerless club currently in turmoil following their relegation to the Coca Cola Championship, a lot could change between now and the season opener on August 8.

First published at 09:43, Friday, 24 July 2009
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