No idea, suppose everyone will have their own view.
Trying to think of similar examples and I suppose the most obvious one is Wimbledon or Darlington.
They ain't the same club in the sense that Newcastle or Sunderland are, but represent the people of Wimbledon or Darlington.
Reckon you could compare it loosely to some bands. Totally different, in all but name.
RE: 2014-15 Football Season(Who will be the best North East Team)
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