Parker to lead Magpies as Given gets deputy role

NEWCASTLE have appointed midfielder Scott Parker their new captain following the retirement of Alan Shearer.

Parker to lead Magpies as Given gets deputy role
Sat, 15 Jul, 2006 - 01:00
Damian Spellman

Magpies manager Glenn Roeder also revealed Irish international goalkeeper Shay Given will be vice-captain at St James’ Park.

Parker, 25, will lead the Magpies out against Lillestrom — managed by former Manchester City striker Uwe Rosler — in the Intertoto Cup at St James’ Park today, with goalkeeper Shay Given acting as his deputy.

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