Source: Eurosport
Smith lands skipper's role
Alan Smith has been confirmed as captain for Newcastle`s Championship opener against West Brom at The Hawthorns.
The former Leeds and Manchester United striker has deputised for the injured Nicky Butt during pre-season and will now don the armband as the Magpies face a tricky start to life outside the top flight.
Caretaker boss Chris Hughton told nufcTV: "Alan has had a good pre-season and will captain the side at West Brom.
"He`s a strong character and is a player you know will give you nothing less than 100%.
"People sometimes forget he only returned from a very serious injury towards the end of last season. So for him to get a full pre-season under his belt was very important."
