Multiple choice general knowledge sports

One of the surprises of the season was the relegation of Newcastle United for the first time since 1989. Four different people were in charge of Newcastle United at some point during the season, and one manager was released for medical reasons. Who was this manager?

  1. Kevin Keegan

  2. Joe Kinnear

  3. Alan Shearer

  4. Chris Hughton
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B Correct answer
Explanation

Joe Kinnear took over as Newcastle manager but had to step away in February 2009 due to heart problems, requiring medical treatment. Keegan resigned earlier, Shearer came in as player-manager later, and Hughton was interim but Kinnear was the one who left for medical reasons.

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