Sunderland’s Grant Leadbitter banned from driving because of Geordie-phobia

Black Cat midfielder scared into speeding by alleged Magpie mob Sunderland midfielder Grant Leadbitter was handed a driving ban yesterday despite pleading that it was fear of Newcastle fans that caused him to hit speeds of up to 112mph. The 23-year-old had allegedly clashed with Newcastle supporters during a night out and Gateshead Magistrates Court heard [.