Butt handed captain's armband

Nicky Butt will complete his Newcastle rehabilitation tomorrow night when he will be captain for the UEFA Cup clash with Zulte Waregem.

Butt handed captain's armband
Wed, 14 Feb, 2007 - 17:30

Nicky Butt will complete his Newcastle rehabilitation tomorrow night when he will be captain for the UEFA Cup clash with Zulte Waregem.

The 32-year-old midfielder appeared to be on his way out of St James’ Park two seasons ago when he went out on loan to Birmingham after a disappointing first campaign on Tyneside.

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