BRUCE STILL IN CHARGE ...FOR NOW

STEVE BRUCE still faces the sack as Newcastle United boss but looks set for a reprieve ahead of what would be his 1,000th game as a manager, against Tottenham on Sunday. It had been indicated that the 60-year-old would be relieved of his duties this week as the club’s new owners feared his presence could have a negative impact on their first match at St James’ Park. But Bruce is scheduled to face