Newcastle 0-0 Bolton:  Newcastle striker Shola Ameobi hailed the effect Kevin Keegan's return has had on Tyneside.

Keegan was appointed Newcastle boss for the second time earlier this week although the Magpies could not celebrate his return with a win, but they eked out a goalless draw with Bolton at St James' Park.

There were few clear-cut chances and the Magpies were grateful to Shay Given who saved Jlloyd Samuel's point blank shot at the death.

However, Ameobi told Setanta Sports One: "Bolton played really well and defended really well. But that is the start of things to come.

"It is the second time for us, the fans and the manager."

Keegan had watched the Magpies beat Stoke 4-1 in an FA Cup replay on the day his return was announced and Ameobi claimed the players had responded to his arrival with better performances.

The striker said: "I think you can see that in the two performances since he's been here.

"It has lifted the crowd and the city. It's fantastic to have him here and play for him."