| Given hails Shearer’s Toon milestone
Newcastle
United’s Republic of Ireland goalkeeper Shay Given has hailed his
clubmate Alan Shearer’s latest goal-scoring record.
The former England international striker broke Jackie Milburn’s
all-time goal-scoring record for the club.
And Irish goal-keeper Given said Shearer, who has followed a long line
of legendary strikers at St James’ Park in-
cluding Malcolm McDonald, wasn’t surprised he had surpassed Milburn’s
great achievement.
Given said: “He has always said it (the record) wouldn’t mean
much — but Jackie Milburn is a legend in these parts and to score
that many goals and for Alan to pass him is an unbelievable achievement.
“He is up there with the legends not just in Newcastle, but in world
football.
“People say he is pretty boring in front of the camera — but
in the changing room he is a great guy to have around the place.
“He is always joking and keeps the team spirit up when it has
been down a lot this season.”
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