United drop Bellamy ban appeal


By Peter Donnelly
May 6 2003

Because of Newcastle securing 3rd place and Champions League football over the weekend, the club have decided to accept Bellamy's 1 match ban for Saturday rather than miss the Welshman for one game next season. The club were initially going to accept losing Bellamy for one game early next season so he was able to play against West Brom this weekend.

However, because of United's victory over Birmingham and rival teams losing on the same weekend, it turns out the match is pointless in terms of league positioning.

Therefore Sir Bobby is happy for Bellamy to be banned for the match at The Hawthorns so the striker and Sir Bobby can look foward to next season without a one-match ban hanging over Bellers' head.

Bookmark or share this story with: