Bowyer returns for Magpies

Newcastle boss Sir Bobby Robson was handed a boost ahead of tomorrow night’s UEFA Cup semi-final second leg in Marseille after midfielder Lee Bowyer reported fit for duty.

Bowyer, who has not played in Europe since December 2002 because of suspension and injury, shook off a hamstring injury to take his place in the 21-man party which jetted out from Newcastle International Airport this morning.