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Steve Bruce's grandson's death is ruled an accident by police - after woman was arrested on suspicion of neglect

27/03/25 01:56
Police have ruled that the tragic death of football boss Steve Bruce's grandson was an accident. Four-month-old Madison Smith was found dead at home in October. Both Bruce and his son Alex, the uncle of Madison, took a step back from their duties temporarily in the wake of the death that rocked their family....read
Steve Bruce breaks silence on baby grandson's death as Man United legend mourns 'tragedy of all tragedies' - with 40-year-old woman arrested
25/03/25 10:49Steve Bruce has admitted that he 'thought about not coming back' to football after dealing with the tragic passing of his four-month old grandson, Madison.Steve Bruce hits back at Dwight Gayle after striker's incredible claims about his tactical approach at Newcastle
23/03/25 17:05Bruce, who is the current Blackpool boss, was in charge of the Magpies between July 2019 and October 2021 before being replaced by Eddie Howe shortly after the club's takeover.Former Newcastle striker claims Steve Bruce told players 'I don't do tactics!' during 5-0 thrashing by Manchester City... before recalling his old boss' 'crackers' interviews that left stars in stitches
22/03/25 13:54Bruce, who is the current Blackpool boss, was in charge at St James' Park between 2019 and 2021, when he was replaced by Eddie Howe shortly after the club's takeover by Saudi Arabia's PIF.Woman in her 40s is arrested on suspicion of child neglect over death of Steve Bruce's four-month-old grandson who was found unresponsive at family home
16/12/24 15:40Madison Smith died after being found unresponsive at his home in Bowdon, Greater Manchester, where he lived with his mother, Bruce's daughter Amy, 37, and father Matt Smith, 35.Steve Bruce opens up on the tragic passing of his four-month old grandson in heartbreaking statement
31/10/24 16:20Earlier this month both Bruce and his son Alex, the uncle of Madison, took a step back from their duties temporarily, in the wake of the death of the four-month old to be with their family.Newcastle and Sunderland offer support to former boss Steve Bruce after his four-month old grandson tragically passes away
19/10/24 08:29Bruce is currently the manager of League One side Blackpool , who announced on Friday night that he would miss their match against Barnsley on Saturday due to the bereavement.Steve Bruce's four-month old grandson tragically passes away as Blackpool release emotional statement
18/10/24 21:03Blackpool confirmed their 63-year-old boss, whose former clubs include Birmingham, and Newcastle, will not be in the dugout on Saturday afternoon following the death of his grandson.Eddie Howe delivers update on his Newcastle future after emerging as a leading contender to replace Gareth Southgate as England manager
30/07/24 07:36Howe is among the frontrunners to succeed Gareth Southgate after he stepped down from the national job following their Euro 2024 final defeat to Spain.Steve Bruce holds talks with Jamaica over vacant managerial role as former Newcastle boss targets shock return
29/07/24 18:31EXCLUSIVE BY MIKE KEEGAN: Steve Bruce could make a shock return to management - as coach of Jamaica's national team as the 63-year-old targets a return to coaching.Steve Bruce issues a come-and-get-me plea to Leicester - claiming it would be a 'wonderful opportunity' to become Foxes' new boss after Enzo Maresca's departure to Chelsea
04/06/24 19:19Bruce has been out of work since being sacked by West Brom in October 2022 following a dismal spell at The Hawthorns and says the Leicester job would be a 'wonderful opportunity'Man United keep pressing the self-destruct button and the inconsistency of Erik ten Hag's team is driving everybody nuts... here's why I would rather go and watch Salford
12/05/24 01:00As Manchester United 's first captain to lift the Premier League trophy, it's hardly surprising Steve Bruce watched the 4-0 humiliation at Crystal Palace through his fingers.Footballers' daughters who have dated sports stars: Maria Guardiola's fling with Dele Alli, Hollie Shearer's life in Paris with a rugby star and Sergio Aguero angering Diego Maradona
05/05/24 08:15Here, Mail Sport takes a look at some of the most memorable instances of footballer's daughters who have dated sports stars.Steve Bruce claims he was a 'victim' at Newcastle and insists Mike Ashley WAS a good owner... as he speaks out just days after Amanda Staveley apologised for claiming he 'didn't want to come to work'
19/03/24 13:47Bruce led the Magpies to safety for two seasons but was sacked in October 2021 just one game after the club's controversial £305million takeover.Newcastle co-owner Amanda Staveley APOLOGISES to Steve Bruce - after claiming the ex-Magpies boss 'didn't even want to come in to work' following the club's £305m Saudi-backed takeover in 2021
15/03/24 11:56After the Saudi Arabian consortium took control, one of their first acts was to sack Bruce after just one game - with an £8m payout.Eddie Howe 'should definitely be in charge of Newcastle next season', insists Ian Ladyman on It's All Kicking Off - but warns their Saudi owners may 'think there's an upgrade out there' due to the Magpies stuttering form
15/03/24 10:53Ian Ladyman has questioned whether the Newcastle hierarchy will continue their show of support for Eddie Howe amid the side's disappointing league campaign.Newcastle co-owner Amanda Staveley claims Steve Bruce 'didn't even want to come in to work' ahead of the club's £305m Saudi-backed takeover in 2021
08/03/24 08:15Bruce had just one game in charge at the start of the new regime, overseeing a 3-2 defeat to Tottenham at St James' Park before he was handed an £8million payout and replaced by Eddie Howe .My favourite shirt with Joe Marler: I'm a Brighton fan until I die, but Man United's iconic away kit in the early 90s was proper retro... I just love it!
23/02/24 22:31JOE MARLER: But I also loved the Steve Bruce , Gary Pallister and Bryan Robson era before the Man United youngsters started to take over and dominate the world.Steve Bruce 'wants to replace Jurgen Klinsmann as South Korea manager, with the former Newcastle boss keen to coach abroad, while he also has interest from Saudi Arabia'
19/02/24 17:35Bruce has been out of work since being sacked by West Brom in October 2022, with the Baggies in the Championship relegation zone at the time of his departure.The secrets of Newcastle's next possible king-maker: Steve Nickson has spent a decade at the club, was key in the clandestine operation that snaffled Alexander Isak and tried to convince Steve Bruce to pursue a British-record signing for just £4m
19/02/24 16:19After Dan Ashworth asked to leave and was placed on gardening leave, the question for Newcastle United is who do they replace their sporting director with?Rio Ferdinand is left torn over whether Jadon Sancho should apologise to Man United boss Erik ten Hag after FIVE-MONTH exile... as 23-year-old closes in on a loan to Borussia Dortmund
09/01/24 09:35He was also left lost for words when he was asked whether Sancho, who signed for £73million in 2021 , should apologise to the Red Devils manager, after their much publicised feud.Revealed: Jack Grealish and his girlfriend moved into Cheshire mansion just DAYS before terrifying home invasion - and spent £500,000 on security fencing around their 24-acre estate because they were 'worried about burglaries'
29/12/23 13:37EXCLUSIVE: Neighbours said the celebrity couple began living in the sprawling home on December 23 or Christmas Eve.Gordon Strachan reveals Sir Alex Ferguson was still his mischievous self at his wife Lady Cathy's funeral as he 'whacked me round the head and told me to get a haircut' when the Man United legends reunited
29/12/23 11:42Gordon Strachan revealed that Sir Alex Ferguson showed his mischievous side at his wife's funeral - by whacking him around the head and telling him to get a haircut.Thomas Tuchel's Bayern Munich assistant is a 'leading candidate' for the vacant Republic of Ireland job as Steve Bruce and Sam Allardyce also throw names in the hat for role
13/12/23 17:31Following a dismal Euro 2024 qualifying campaign, Ireland decided to part ways with Stephen Kenny and are now on the lookout for a new manager.Former Man United star and Premier League winner debuts for Robbie Savage's seventh-tier side Macclesfield in cup win over Tranmere... as £13.5m Everton flop nets a hat-trick!
06/12/23 09:32Macclesfield FC have begun their ascent at rapid pace after back-to-back promotions since starting out in the North West Counties Premier Division back in 2020.REVEALED: Top Man United stars are 'startled by how bad Erik ten Hag's signings are' - with £72m Rasmus Hojlund and three others failing to impress - as boss is forced to 'ditch phrase players hated'
05/12/23 10:24Ten Hag has splashed out more than £400million in the transfer market in his 18 months in charge at the club, including £72m on 20-year-old striker Rasmus Hojlund and £82m on former Ajax winger Antony.Man United's dressing room 'has no soul, no heartbeat and is full of SNAKES and prima donnas', Chris Sutton and Ian Ladyman claim on It's All Kicking Off
04/12/23 16:07Manchester United's staggering modern deficiencies have been laid bare during a no-holds-barred episode of Mail Sport's It's All Kicking Off podcast.Steve Bruce throws his hat in the ring for the vacant Republic of Ireland job as he eyes a return to management after his sacking from West Brom in 2022
02/12/23 09:23The former Manchester United defender has been unemployed since his sacking from Championship side West Brom in 2022.'Forever in my thoughts, forever in my heart': Sir Bobby Charlton's widow leaves emotional tribute for 'my dearest Bobby' as the 1966 World Cup hero is laid to rest
14/11/23 07:35Lady Norma Charlton left a short five-line note to the love of her life on a piece of card placed alongside flowers at the funeral in Manchester.Grief of Sir Bobby Charlton's widow as 1966 World Cup hero is laid to rest: Norma follows her beloved husband's coffin into the church after funeral cortege made emotional journey past Old Trafford
13/11/23 20:38The 83-year-old was dressed all in black and at times bowed her head as she slowly walked into Manchester Cathedral.'Thank you for the stories, the laughter... and thank you for lifting us all up': Sir Bobby Charlton's grandson's poignant tribute to the England legend at cathedral ceremony attended by Sir Alex Ferguson, Prince William and Gareth Southgate
13/11/23 18:20William Balderston delivered the heartfelt tribute as thousands of mourners gathered to bid farewell to Sir Bobby who died at Macclesfield Hospital on 21 October, aged 86.Farewell, Sir Bobby: England and Man United stars past and present Harry Maguire, Alex Ferguson, Willie Morgan, Roy Keane and Gareth Southgate pay tribute as 1966 World Cup hero Sir Bobby Charlton is laid to rest at cathedral ceremony
13/11/23 13:13Up to 1,000 guests, including some of the biggest names in British football, today paid their tributes to the 86-year-old 1966 World Cup winner and Manchester United hero.Sir Alex Ferguson arrives at Sir Bobby Charlton's funeral as a long guestlist of Man United legends - and four current stars including Harry Maguire - honour their greatest-ever player after his death
13/11/23 12:52Prince William and Sir Alex Ferguson led mourners at Sir Bobby Charlton's funeral service as prominent figures from the world of football and beyond paid tribute.Micah Richards reveals how John Terry effectively ended his career at Aston Villa - but insists he holds no grudges against then-boss Steve Bruce
03/11/23 09:43After a loan spell at Fiorentina, he moved to Villa on a free transfer in 2015 but struggled for fitness and gametime as they were relegated from the Premier League in 2015-16.CRAIG HOPE: Eddie Howe shows Newcastle have plenty in reserve with sensational win at Man United... as youngsters Tino Livramento and Lewis Hall prove they can have huge impact
02/11/23 00:07There is a parallel universe in which this would be Newcastle United's strongest XI, Mike Ashley is still owner and Steve Bruce manager.THE NOTEBOOK: Sean Longstaff takes the armband on a milestone appearance, Newcastle's back-up full backs shine as the visiting fans increase Erik ten Hag misery
01/11/23 22:43Newcastle cruised to a 3-0 win over Manchester United at Old Trafford to increase the pressure on Erik ten Hag and book a place in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals.Stone Cold Steve Bruce! Football's iconic managers - including Sam Allardyce, Roy Hodgson and Harry Redknapp - are hilariously transformed into WWE-style action figures using AI
19/10/23 12:59The collection, which have been created by Soccer Slammers, shows off a handful of coaches both past and present that have been re-envisioned in the form of wrestlers.Fergie's stalwarts turn out for Cathy's funeral: Generations of football heroes show support for Sir Alex Ferguson after his wife's death at 84, with Bryan Robson, Kenny Dalglish and Steve Bruce joining David Beckham and Co
17/10/23 13:00The 84-year-old passed away at the start of October following battles with her health in the weeks leading up to her death, with many paying tribute to her role as a 'tower of strength'.Son's emotional eulogy at funeral of Sir Alex Ferguson's wife Cathy reveals her great-granddaughter born two days after her death has been named after her - as David Beckham and Gary Neville lead host of Man Utd stars at service
16/10/23 13:39In an emotional eulogy to his mother, Jason Ferguson - one of the couple's three sons - revealed she had battled ill health in the weeks leading up to her death at the age of 84 this month.Man United 2-1 Brentford: Scott McTominay's stoppage time brace seals dramatic late win for Erik ten Hag's side after Mathias Jensen's first-half goal for the Bees
07/10/23 16:01ROB DRAPER AT OLD TRAFFORD: Mark it down as a turning point; Erik ten Hag will. Sometimes you have to grasp at moments, imbue them with significance beyond what might seem logical.Steve Bruce claims Harry Maguire would 'walk into most Premier League teams' and insists the under-fire defender has 'never let Man United down'
26/09/23 18:55Steve Bruce has defended Harry Maguire's recent form and insists the Manchester United defender would 'walk into most Premier League teams' ahead of Tuesday's Carabao Cup clash.Ex-Man United captain Steve Bruce reveals he 'nearly phoned Harry Maguire in the summer' amid ongoing criticism of the defender and urges the England centre-back to 'LEAVE Old Trafford'
22/09/23 09:40The former Hull City manager, who coached the defender for a period during his spell at the Tigers between 2014 and 2017, also slammed the stick that has been directed towards Maguire.Man City's clash with Newcastle represents a battle of the big-spenders... the Magpies' new-found wealth has helped them close the gap, but Eddie Howe deserves just as much credit for their drastic transformation
19/08/23 11:00City are riding the crest of a wave after winning the Treble last season, and lifting the UEFA Super Cup on Wednesday. But if there's one team that can stop them, it may be Newcastle.John McGinn signs a new four-year deal with Aston Villa as the Scotland midfielder commits to the club until 2027 after solid season under Unai Emery
23/06/23 08:58John McGinn has agreed a new four-year deal with Aston Villa that will keep him at the club until 2027. The Villa captain admitted he has 'loved every minute' since joining five years previous.'I didn't feel like I was getting coached': Sean Longstaff SLAMS former Newcastle boss Steve Bruce and claims he 'wasn't enjoying football' under him... as he reveals he spoke to Eddie Howe more in a month than he did to Bruce in two years!
26/04/23 08:19Longstaff, 25, came through the academy at Newcastle and originally broke onto the scene under Rafa Benitez, earning rave reviews, but after the Spaniard left his career began to falter.CRAIG HOPE: The three reasons why Manchester United will finish BELOW Newcastle and risk missing out on the Champions League - with a flawed and fragile mentality among the reasons to blame
03/04/23 09:56CRAIG HOPE: Newcastle returned to third in the league for the first time in two months after Sunday's 2-0 win over Manchester United - it is a vital result in the race for the Champions League spots.'I was miserable. In training, I was a bit of a t*t': Sean Longstaff hails Matt Ritchie for helping him to turn his Newcastle career around after urging him to see a psychologist... as he claims he would've probably left the club if not for Eddie Howe
22/02/23 17:00CRAIG HOPE: Ritchie's advice was just the start. It still needed a change of manager. Like others, Longstaff's progress had stalled under Bruce and he found himself in a mental and physical rut.EXCLUSIVE: Ryan Fraser is moved to train with Newcastle U21s after being frozen out of the team since October - and his future under Eddie Howe appears to be over on the eve of the Carabao Cup final
22/02/23 10:00EXCLUSIVE BY CRAIG HOPE: Newcastle winger Ryan Fraser is now training with the club's Under 21s and is unlikely to return to the senior set-up.Steve Bruce claims HE was responsible for recommending Eddie Howe to Newcastle's new owners after they asked his opinion - as the former Toon boss insists it was his own decision to leave St James' Park after telling Saudi consortium: 'My time is up here'
10/01/23 06:45Steve Bruce may not be popular among Newcastle supporters but he has revealed he helped the club find his managerial successor in Eddie Howe.EXCLUSIVE: Steve Bruce is set to retire from management following a 25-year career that has seen him take charge of 11 clubs... with the 62-year-old having been out of work since leaving West Brom last year
09/01/23 16:00EXCLUSIVE: Bruce - a former Manchester United captain - has been one of the most recognisable figures in English football for well over 40 years after making his senior debut for Gillingham in 1979.Eddie Howe has built the best defence in the Premier League in Newcastle's rise up the table and urged caution over January spending... but after back-to-back stalemates, do the Saudi-backed Magpies need to strengthen to boost top four hopes?
06/01/23 22:16Despite an improvement in performances since Eddie Howe took over from Steve Bruce, the threat of relegation was real as the Magpies headed into 2022 joint bottom of the Premier League.'For me, if he is unavailable at any time, it is a disaster': Eddie Howe bemoans Allan Saint-Maximin's injury woes - as Newcastle manager insists he remains 'a massive player' for the club and won't be an impact substitute when fit
25/12/22 23:10Eddie Howe says it is still a 'disaster' when Allan Saint-Maximin is absent for Newcastle and insists he is not now limited to the role of impact substitute.Newcastle's Saudi owners pump another £70m into the club - taking their investment at St James' Park to over £450MILLION - in another boost to Eddie Howe as the Magpies look to improve infrastructure off the pitch
09/11/22 14:05Newcastle's Saudi Arabian ownership group have injected another £70.4million into the club - taking their overall investment at St James' Park to more than £450million.'They wanted to be coached and wanted help': Eddie Howe insists he always believed the Newcastle squad he inherited was full of good players, despite his predecessor Steve Bruce repeatedly bemoaning a lack of quality
04/11/22 13:38Howe has never previously opened up on the state of the team he inherited from Bruce, who would repeatedly use the apparent limitations of his squad in mitigation against poor results.ON THE ROAD: West Brom are a car crash of a club as they slump to bottom of the Championship standings... new boss Carlos Corberan is taking on a wreck of a side that looks destined for relegation
30/10/22 22:54LEWIS STEELE AT THE HAWTHORNS: Pre-season hopes and of a promotion push have become a write-off as new West Brom boss Carlos Corberan takes on a wreck of a club.West Brom 0-2 Sheffield United: The Blades end their six-match winless streak as Carlos Corberan loses his first game in charge of the Baggies as the Spaniard fails to make a good impression on the home fans
29/10/22 15:28WEST BROMWICH 0-2 SHEFFIELD UNITED LEWIS STEELE AT THE HAWTHORNS: Sheffield United put their six-match winless streak behind them in style.Carlos Corberan is appointed new West Brom boss, as 39-year-old Spaniard replaces sacked Steve Bruce with Baggies languishing in Championship relegation zone
26/10/22 05:52Carlos Corberan has been appointed West Brom's new head coach. The former Huddersfield boss who take his first training session on Wednesday with his side second bottom.Who's laughing now, Jack?! Since Grealish's joke about Almiron, the Newcastle star has outscored his entire City career... and with a TOP defence and new playing style, Eddie Howe is eyeing Europe
23/10/22 08:27It was Miguel Almiron's goal which downed the Toffees, with the Paraguayan currently in red-hot form - just months after he was mocked by Manchester City's Jack Grealish.West Brom edge closer to appointing Carlos Corberan as their next manager following departure of Steve Bruce... with the former Huddersfield boss set to beat Jody Morris to the post
22/10/22 15:20The 39-year old left Huddersfield Town at the end of last season after taking them to the Championship play-off final and then had an ill fated spell with Olympiacos.Mauricio Pochettino is the bookies' favourite to replace Steven Gerrard at Aston Villa ahead of former No 2 Michael Beale - while Thomas Frank, Sean Dyche and Unai Emery are also in the running
21/10/22 09:32Former Liverpool and England midfielder Gerrard got the chop after a 3-0 defeat at Craven Cottage left them just a point above the relegation zone and one win in their last nine league games.Ryan Giggs and new girlfriend Zara Charles enjoy day out at League Two clash between Salford and Bradford alongside fellow Manchester United legends Paul Scholes, Roy Keane and Steve Bruce
16/10/22 00:26Images show the 48-year-old was joined in the stands by partner Zara Charles and Old Trafford heroes Roy Keane, Steve Bruce and Paul Scholes at the League Two game at the Peninsula Stadium.Man United thrashed Newcastle on Ronaldo's homecoming 13 months ago… but as they meet at Old Trafford again, the Toon have become the world's richest club while the Reds sacked Solskjaer, drifted under Rangnick and found hope again with Ten Hag!
15/10/22 23:14As the two teams prepare to meet again in Manchester this Sunday, it's fair to say things have changed drastically for both in the intervening 13 months.'It's sad to see people get the sack... especially when we were guaranteed three points!': Andy Carroll takes a swipe at his former boss Steve Bruce after he was axed by West Brom ahead of Saturday's game with Reading
14/10/22 07:56Reading striker Andy Carroll has fired a shot at his former boss Steve Bruce, claiming his side were 'guaranteed three points' against West Brom before the Baggies axed their manager.Millwall boss Gary Rowett is 'being considered for the vacant West Brom job' after Steve Bruce's sacking - with the Lions manager said to be 'keen on a return to the midlands'
13/10/22 07:55The 48-year-old has been in charge of the Lions for just over three seasons now and has guided them to a top half Championship finish in each of those campaigns.West Brom look to Carlos Corberan on their list of possible replacements for the ousted Steve Bruce... with Chris Wilder and Rob Edwards also being considered
10/10/22 21:30Carlos Corberan is among the names likely to be considered by West Bromwich Albion as they seek a replacement for Steve Bruce.Roy Keane named the shock early favourite to RETURN to management and succeed the newly-sacked Steve Bruce as West Brom manager... with Sean Dyche also among the front-runners being considered for the job
10/10/22 12:35The Baggies will be hoping to secure the services of a new head coach sooner rather than later as they look to bounce back from their abysmal start to the season.REVEALED: Steve Bruce's relationship with the West Brom board began to fall apart after he missed out on two deadline day signings, with the ex-Newcastle boss SACKED following winless run that leaves the promotion hopefuls in the relegation zone
10/10/22 08:45The Baggies have parted way with the 61-year-old following one win from their first 13 games which sees them in the Championship relegation zone.'You're a grown man, stop shouting and bawling!' Under-pressure West Brom boss Steve Bruce is filmed confronting an irate fan for shouting 'get out my effing club' after defeat at Preston that left them in the Championship relegation zone
07/10/22 14:23The Baggies manager, who is under pressure with the club in the Championship relegation zone, appeared to take issue at the supporter telling him to 'get out of our effing club.'Pressure builds on West Brom boss Steve Bruce after their woeful start to the Championship season leaves them in the relegation zone
06/10/22 21:54Steve Bruce is under increasing pressure as West Brom manager after a dreadful start to the campaign that has left them in the Championship relegation zone.Preston 1-0 West Brom: Steve Bruce on the brink after Emil Riis' seventh minute strike leaves visitors languishing in the Championship relegation zone
05/10/22 21:56West Brom paid a heavy price for starting yet another game slowly as defeat at Deepdale left them languishing in the Championship relegation zone, with just one win all season.With eight managers sacked inside the first 11 games - this is the most brutal start to a Championship season EVER! Chris Wilder is the latest boss to lose his job, while Steve Bruce at West Brom and Blackpool's Michael Appleton could soon follow
05/10/22 17:00Chris Wilder's departure from Middlesbrough saw the tally for managerial dismissals rise to eight for the season with only 11 league games played so far - a record for this stage of the campaign.Bruno Guimaraes praises 'helpful' Eddie Howe for his work since taking over as Newcastle manager, claiming the 44-year-old 'has turned water into wine' under the club's new ownership
19/09/22 17:23Howe replaced Bruce in November last year after the club was taken over from Mike Ashley, and has lead the Magpies to tenth in the Premier League table after years of relegation battles.'If I don't win games, I get my head chopped off': Steve Bruce admits his job is under pressure after six games without a win... with West Brom just three points above drop zone after failing to hold on to lead against Norwich
17/09/22 21:31JON WEST AT CARROW ROAD: Dara O'Shea's early header had put West Bromwich Albion on course for only their second Championship win of the season.Andy Carroll is 'set to re-sign for Reading' after failing to find a new club this summer following his release by West Brom - despite last week emerging as an alternative for Wolves to Diego Costa
12/09/22 09:14Andy Carroll is set for a return to football as he is reportedly closing in on re-signing for Reading, despite rumours that he was an alternative option from Diego Costa for Wolves.Alan Shearer claims Mike Ashley 'OSTRACISED' him from Newcastle after advising the former owner about the club's direction and felt 'unwelcome' until the new owners arrived, with Eddie Howe inviting him to a training session
08/09/22 09:31The hometown hero, the Premier League's all-time top scorer after a 206-goal spell on Tyneside, spent eight games in charge back in 2011 in an attempt to save the Magpies from relegation.West Brom 1-1 Burnley: Vincent Kompany's Clarets side blow chance to go top of the Championship as they are downed by a last-gasp Brandon Thomas-Asante equaliser for the hosts
02/09/22 21:06Vincent Kompany's side, who have started the season in impressive form, looked the better side throughout and but for some careless finishing would have won the game.Silly sud! West Brom striker Daryl Dike, 22, admits he's accidentally been using DISHWASHER TABLETS to wash his clothes for eight months
27/08/22 00:52American West Brom striker Daryl Dike, 22, has left fans - and his club - in hysterics as he revealed he has been using dishwasher tablets to wash his clothes for months.West Brom starlet Rayhaan Tulloch joins Rochdale on a season-long loan - as Baggies boss Steve Bruce wants the England U18 international to gain more competitive experience this season
08/08/22 16:08Tulloch, an England U18 international, previously had a loan spell with Doncaster Rovers but it was cut short after he suffered a hamstring injury.West Brom are eyeing a move for Derby captain Tom Lawrence with the Wales international set to leave on a free this summer - amid interest from Sheffield United, Watford and Rangers
25/06/22 18:34The 28-year-old Wales international is available as a free agent when his contract ends this month and has a number of clubs keen to sign him, with Baggies manager Steve Bruce a confirmed fan.'Hurt' Steve Bruce claims the mockery he received from fans as Newcastle manager 'crossed a line' and affected his family - and insists he's thrilled with Eddie Howe's early success
26/05/22 06:08The former Magpies boss suffered vitriolic abuse while at St James' Park and was quickly replaced by Eddie Howe once the new Saudi regime was installed.
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Snooker star John Higgins reveals heart-breaking reason behind breaking down in BBC interview after reaching Last-16 at the Crucible Sad scenes
Michael Schumacher's son spotted on celebrity dating app Raya, as he wipes Miss Universe girlfriend from his recent Instagram posts
Leeds WAGs join their £110m Premier League promotion party as partners offer a peek inside champagne-soaked dressing room celebrations
Spain love triangle footballer makes red carpet debut with stunning new girlfriend as he tries to move on from the drama Moving on
Luke Littler hints he will BOYCOTT tournaments in one country in cryptic social media post - after something he 'can't explain' happened there
Man United star Victor Lindelof's wife reveals the shocking real reason why he had to suddenly leave their Europa League win over Lyon mid-match
Watch: The moment Troy Deeney is SENT OFF on his Baller League debut - with former Watford star sparking brawl after clashing with opponent
Sheffield United star has to be held back as rival players clash during pitch invasion - after Burnley are promoted back to the Premier League
Federico Valverde scores stunning stoppage time winner as Real Madrid keep title hopes alive - while suspended Kylian Mbappe is BOOED in the stands by furious fans
Furious Max Verstappen hits out at F1's rulers and insists people 'can't handle the truth'... as a five-second penalty costs him in Saudi Arabia with rival Oscar Piastri claiming victory
Declan Rice gifted signed guitar by Ed Sheeran and challenged to 'play it next time' they meet - after the pair duetted at the England camp during Euro 2020
Ben Whittaker DENIES spitting at Liam Cameron's corner after being branded 'classless' by TV commentator for his reaction after second round victory
Tom Aspinall appears to aim a savage dig at Jon Jones over the UFC legend's doping history - as negotiations for huge heavyweight title fight drag on
Dimitri Payet's former mistress claims he 'forced her to film vile sex acts' and lifts lid on their 'fake wedding' behind wife of 20 years' back
Rory McIlroy's rumoured ex Amanda Balionis back on TV for the first time since his Masters win He became sixth man to clinch career Grand Slam
Kobbie Mainoo posts throwback photo of himself wearing rival's kit to leave fans stunned as Man United star celebrates his 20th birthday
Cardiff place Aaron Ramsey in charge after sacking Omer Riza - with Arsenal legend given three games to save club from relegation
Nicky Butt 'is cautioned by police as he is revealed as the man who headbutted a security guard after being spotted urinating at his birthday party'
Inside the beating heart of Goodison Park as Everton fans prepare to bid farewell to the ground that has united their community for 133 years
Rory McIlroy pictured arriving in Belfast as Masters champion steps off $70million private jet after travelling with daughter Poppy
Lewis Hamilton is blasted as 'f***ing dangerous' by F1 star at Saudi Arabian GP as Ferrari driver learns fate after investigation into incident
Paul Scholes sparks concern over his appearance during TV punditry gig for Man United's win over Lyon He was on punditry duty on Thursday night
Doting dad Cristiano Ronaldo shows his softer side as footballer playfully celebrates daughter's 3rd birthday with heartwarming Instagram post
Neymar is carted off pitch in tears after ANOTHER injury blow, as joy of 100th home game for boyhood side Santos turns to despair Sad and familiar sight
Jude Bellingham breaks silence after Real Madrid's humbling Champions League defeat by Arsenal - following clashes with Rice and Saka
Incredible moment the third fastest woman EVER turns up to her son's sports day mums' race... and shows no mercy Olympian at play
Harry Kane fights back tears in front of fans as England captain's career-long trophy drought stretches past 15 years with Bayern Munich's shock defeat
Serena Williams claims she would have been 'banned for TWENTY YEARS' if tennis superstar had failed doping test like world No1 Jannik Sinner
Rory McIlroy's wife Erica Stoll reacts to 'mystery blonde' who hugged him after Masters win Came after he had celebrated with family
Myles Lewis-Skelly pokes fun at Antonio Rudiger after Real Madrid defender got away with STAMP on teenage star during Arsenal's victory
Arsenal WAGs enjoy memorable night in Madrid as Bukayo Saka's girlfriend Tolami Benson celebrates win over Real Champions League win
Scottie Scheffler reveals the truth behind Rory McIlroy Green Jacket moment after backlash for 'classless' move World No 1's exit
Harriet Dart's spikiest on-court moments: A cut-throat rivalry and rows with umpires - after Brit star told opponent who smelt 'really bad' to put deodorant on
Olympics gender-row boxer Imane Khelif reveals body transformation plans to fight at the next Games - with eyes on another gold medal
Sport's ultimate power couple 'in deep CRISIS': Ex-Man United star Bastian Schweinsteiger and tennis ace Ana Ivanovic 'face marriage split after nine years'
British star Harriet Dart issues apology for asking umpire to tell her opponent to put deodorant on - before French player delivers hilarious response
Watch Unai Emery's priceless reactions to Aston Villa missing two golden chances to draw level with PSG in dramatic Champions League exit
Embarrassing moment Aston Villa play EUROPA LEAGUE anthem instead of Champions League theme as players line up for crunch quarter-final
Princes William and George are joined by the Duke and Duchess of Westminster to watch Aston Villa's thrilling Champions League battle against PSG
Speedway champion Tai Woffinden provides health update after life-threatening crash left him in a coma He was airlifted to hospital for emergency treatment after collision
Former Man United Premier League winner, 43, looks unrecognisable as he blends in with fans on his Old Trafford return Remember him?
Tennis fans blast 'disrespectful' British star Harriet Dart after she asked umpire to tell her opponent to put DEODORANT on in mid-match complaint
Snooker star reveals he almost died from being spiked with KETAMINE on a night out as he thanks manager for saving his life
Rory McIlroy's chef reveals what could be on the menu for his Champions Dinner after Master win - and it's not Irish stew! Food for thought
Inside the lavish $22m mansion that Rory McIlroy shares with wife Erica Stoll and daughter Poppy - as Masters champion returns home after Augusta triumph
World Cup winner reveals rare genetic condition that leaves doctors wondering 'how he can WALK' - and reveals what he should have done sooner
Cristiano Ronaldo's girlfriend Georgina Rodriguez shows off her huge 'engagement ring', weeks after he gave a savage reason for why he hasn't married her
Henry blasts Man United player for doing something he's 'never seen before' - as Carragher compares them to under-FIVES for goal conceded at Newcastle
Bizarre error sees the WRONG Fulham player subbed off - with fuming boss Marco Silva told the decision can't be reversed after five-minute delay
EXCLUSIVE Rory McIlroy in line to be awarded freedom of his hometown after thrilling Masters victory completed career Grand Slam
Jack Grealish 'racks up £5,000 bar bill and copies Wolf of Wall Street gesture as Man City star parties in swanky London nightclub'
Chelsea's toxic atmosphere is laid bare in new Stamford Bridge footage after Enzo Maresca appeared to go to war with his own fans after Ipswich draw
Football fans left perplexed and confused as Real Madrid legend Luka Modric, 39, becomes minority owner at mid-table Championship club
Barcelona women's star who touched an opponent's genitals and asked 'do you have a d***' during a match is BANNED for 'inappropriate touching'
Newcastle star Dan Burn hailed as a 'legend' after being filmed pushing a stranger's broken-down car to safety Video goes viral
Heartbreak for Tom Brady as Birmingham City lose EFL Trophy final after NFL legend jets in for Wembley clash Beaten by Peterborough
Kylian Mbappe sent off for 'disgusting' horror challenge - just days before Real Madrid's crucial Champions League clash against Arsenal
EXCLUSIVE Michael Schumacher signs Jackie Stewart crash helmet - with the aid of his wife - for charity auction... 12 years after horror skiing accident
Conor McGregor puts $500,000 bet on UFC 314 showdown between Michael Chandler and Paddy Pimblett after teasing potential comeback fight
Newcastle boss Eddie Howe admitted to hospital and will miss Magpies' clash with Man United Howe had felt unwell earlier in week
Tammy Abraham starts PRAYING after horrendous head clash knocked out AC Milan team-mate The sickening collision left Abraham concerned
Shocking moment Masters star Max Homa smashes shot into helpless caddie... before screaming at him US star had a moment to forget
Mohamed Salah SIGNS new £380,000-per-week Liverpool deal as club's owners break their own golden rule to keep 'The Egyptian King'
Andre Onana could be DROPPED for Man United's trip to Newcastle after Lyon horror show - as Ruben Amorim prepares to wield the axe
You can afford a couple more of those now, Mo! Salah shows off £725,000 watch at his Liverpool new £50m contract signing presentation
Football's podcast war: Gary Lineker sticks the knife into rival Gary Neville's pod for 'languishing miles behind' while he rakes in £1.4m profit
Manchester United supporters accuse French police of tear-gassing them after being kept behind in the stadium following 2-2 draw in Lyon
Paul Scholes blasts Andre Onana for his two blunders in Man United's 2-2 draw against Lyon - as goalkeeper endures nightmare evening
Luke Littler upstaged by hometown hero Nathan Aspinall in Manchester - as 'The Asp' claims Premier League Darts win in front of Wayne Rooney
Conor McGregor posts training clip - teasing comeback and declares which UFC 314 fight he is 'interested' in Will we see a return?
Prince William goes through emotional rollercoaster watching his beloved Aston Villa in Paris as he relishes 'making really important memories' with George
Rory McIlroy's daughter Poppy upstages her dad with astonishing putt at iconic Masters Par-3 contest Poppy lit up Augusta
Jude Bellingham's dismissive reaction to manager Carlo Ancelotti caught in new footage from Arsenal loss - with Real Madrid boss 'mortally wounded'
Injured Gabriel is glued to his seat under a blanket as his wife goes wild at Arsenal's Champions League win over Real Madrid Warm celebrations
Meet the owners of 1,900-square-foot house next to Masters golf course who have turned down MILLIONS to sell to Augusta National owners
Fans hail 'humble' Rice for his brilliant interview with Arsenal legend Henry after scoring TWO free-kicks in Champions League win over Real Madrid
Three Real stars called out for 'no sign of life' in Spanish press after loss at Arsenal: 'Tragedy in London'... 'A shipwreck'... 'Humiliation'
Fans joke Micah Richards could be SACKED for 'crude' on-air gag that left Jamie Carragher in stitches Remark saw Carragher burst out laughing
Kylian Mbappe's priceless reaction to Declan Rice scoring TWO incredible free-kicks in 12 minutes as Arsenal secure dominant Champions League win
Jockey who was banned after riding tragic Celebre d'Allen at Grand National DELETES his social media following backlash from Aintree