Peter Beardsley named as Newcastle United caretaker managerPeter Beardsley has been named as caretaker manager of Newcastle United, in place of Chris Hughton, who left the club today.
A statement on the club's website read: "Newcastle United Football Club can confirm that Peter Beardsley will be in charge of team affairs with immediate effect, following Chris Hughton's departure from the club today.
"Peter has been reserve-team manager since the start of the season. He will be supported by Steve Stone, assistant reserve-team manager at the club."
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