Newcastle defender sorry for Nasri tackle

Newcastle defender Mapou Yanga-Mbiwa has expressed his regret for the tackle that has left Samir Nasri facing a long spell out of action.

Playmaker Nasri is expected to be sidelined for around eight weeks following the challenge by Yanga-Mbiwa in Sunday’s Premier League win for City at St James’ Park.

The City man had to be carried off on a stretcher after being caught by a bad tackle from Yanga-Mbiwa, who was booked.