Newcastle confirm Roeder resignation

Newcastle today confirmed they have accepted Glenn Roeder’s resignation as manager as they launched the search for his successor.

The 51-year-old called it a day after 15 months yesterday, although his departure was not made official until this morning.

A statement issued through the club’s website said: “Newcastle United today announced that Glenn Roeder has offered his resignation as team manager with immediate effect and this has been accepted by the Newcastle United board.”