Toon fan and legendary horse racing pundit John McCririck has died aged 79. The pundit and CBB star has been dogged by health issues in recent years and chillingly said last year he would not live to see another summer. It was then he announced he had months to live after a serious illness triggered his extreme weight loss. At that time, he shocked fans with his gaunt appearance after shedding 3st in weight after falling ill with a chest infection. His family confirmed the news he had passed away at a London hospital on Friday. A statement read: "His flamboyant broadcasting style from the heart of betting ring proved extremely popular with racing fans and beyond. "John continued to work for Channel 4 Racing until 2013, as well as satellite channel At The Races. "In this time he transcended the world of racing, appearing on numerous mainstream TV news and light entertainment programmes including Question Time, The Weakest Link, Celebrity Wife Swap and Celebrity Big Brother in 2005 and … [Read more...] about Horse racing pundit and Newcastle United fan John McCririck dies
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Where next for Rafa Benitez after he leaves Newcastle United?
Rafa Benitez is ready to seriously consider moving to China after his departure from Newcastle — even thought it could dent his reputation around Europe’s elite. Benitez turned 59 in April and reckons he has 10 years left as a top club boss. “I still feel like a young manager,” he says, citing his backroom staff and family in helping him stay fresh, and to understand the modern player. His aim is to win the Champions League again, having famously lifted the European Cup with Liverpool in 2005 — and more trophies, and he would also, one day, like to manage the Spain national team. Benitez also said his first preference was to stay close to his Wirral home for a couple of years, until his youngest daughter has completed her exams. But his immediate future could be much further afield, swapping England's North-East for the Far East. Newcastle’s failure to push through a contract extension means the picture has changed and a £12m a year contract … [Read more...] about Where next for Rafa Benitez after he leaves Newcastle United?
When is Newcastle United’s winter break in 2019/20
A winter break will come into force in the Premier League for the first time in the 2019/20 season - something that will affect Newcastle United's schedule in mid-February. The division was the only major European league not to observe a winter break but, following consultation between the FA and the Premier League, it was agreed at the top flight's AGM in 2018 that a break will be brought in for the upcoming campaign and beyond. The Football Association, at the time of the agreement, believed that a break in the season would help the England national side to succeed at future World Cups and European Championships, with the governing body even going as far as agreeing to move the FA Cup fifth round to midweek and scrap replays from that stage of the competition in order to get the deal through. Precisely when Newcastle will have a hiatus in their schedule remains to be seen, but the approximate date of an announcement will be December 14, when TV companies reveal which games will be … [Read more...] about When is Newcastle United’s winter break in 2019/20
Newcastle United backed as the highest spenders this summer
Newcastle United’s rumoured takeover has got the Premier League world in a spin, with excitement rising about what could be achieved under the guidance of new owners. Rafa Benitez’s future remains uncertain but the news that broke over the weekend has left those on Tyneside in a positive and very optimistic mood. It has been revealed that numerous punters are backing the Magpies to complete a sensational deal for Paris Saint-Germain superstar Kylian Mbappe, with that resulting in Newcastle now being ranked as second-favourites for the World Cup winner. While that is extremely unlikely to occur, Newcastle have seen their chances of enjoying various pieces of success over the course of the coming years - with the Magpies ranked 2/1 to win the Premier League in the next 10 years by SportNation.Bet. Champions League glory in the next decade is 6/4 and Newcastle are 25/1 to secure a spot in Europe’s elite competition as early as the 2020/21 season by landing a top-four … [Read more...] about Newcastle United backed as the highest spenders this summer
Newcastle United takeover rumours RECAP
Hello and welcome to a special Newcastle United live blog for Tuesday, May 27. The black and white agenda was electrified by claims on Sunday night that the club had been sold to Sheikh Khaled bin Zayed Al Nehayan, the cousin of Manchester City's mega-rich owner. The Sun claimed on Sunday that the club had been sold for £350million with contracts in place with the Premier League. It was news that demanded the attention of Newcastle fans and this special liveblog will keep you right up to date with the latest. Stick with us for all the latest from St James' Park and remember to follow our Instagram account ( @ChronicleNUFC ) and our NEW transfers Facebook group where you can get notifications to your phone when anything happens. Newcastle United Dubai takeover link Newcastle United were the subject of a huge claim that they were about to be sold for £350million. Here's the latest on the claims: Sheik Khaled bin Zayed Al Nehayan contacts the Chronicle to declare interest … [Read more...] about Newcastle United takeover rumours RECAP