Shearer raps Robson over bench duty

NEWCASTLE’S Alan Shearer has hit out at manager Bobby Robson for leaving him out of the UEFA Cup third round first leg tie against Norwegian side Valerenga.

Shearer was on the bench for the match, which ended in a 1-1 draw in Oslo.

“I was told on Thursday afternoon and I’m very disappointed, angry and, yes, surprised,” said Shearer “I’ve only played once in the last 10 days, so I don’t feel any different.”