Shearer landmark goal eases Robbo's worries

Alan Shearer smashed home the 250th league goal of his career to clinch a precious first Premiership victory of the season for Newcastle.

Alan Shearer smashed home the 250th league goal of his career to clinch a precious first Premiership victory of the season for Newcastle.

The 33-year-old fired the ball past Southampton keeper Antti Niemi a minute before the break to claim his side’s 4000th league goal at St James’ Park but more importantly, hand manager Bobby Robson a much-needed victory.

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