Almost exactly five years ago to the day, Tony Pulis left management for the final time. Sacked by Sheffield Wednesday after just 10 games, having previously struggled to win over the fans at West Bro

SATURDAY 3—FRIDAY 9 JANUARY 2026

You returned to your native North East to sign for Newcastle in WSL 2 this season. Was that an easy decision? I had a few teams to choose from, but once I looked around, I had this feeling that I want

You rose through Valencia’s reserves and, after making your debut in 1993, played over 200 La Liga games for them. How do you look back on your time at the Mestalla? I spent a decade there. The impact

was held in one of the roughest prisons in Singapore for 101 days. There were no beds or proper toilets. I was in cells with rapists and murderers. I was punched and beaten up every day. My nose was b

It’s two years since you underwent surgery to remove a brain tumour in October 2023. How are you doing? Really well! I enjoy life even more now. Grabbing a coffee with my wife or friends and just chat