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Newcastle confirm arrangements for Speed tribute

Following Gary Speed's death, one of his former club's Newcastle have confirmed their official programme for the match against Chelsea on Saturday will carry a picture of the Welshman on the front cover, and contain a four-page tribute to the former Magpies midfielder. Before kick-off, a singer will lead the 52,000-capacity crowd in a rendition of the Welsh hymn, Bread of Heaven.

A club statement added: "Whilst the hymn is sung supporters in the East Stand will be asked to hold up black and white cards which will depict the number 11, the shirt number Gary wore whilst at United. All supporters will be provided with hymn sheets on their seats in order to join in the singing.

"Upon completion of the hymn, a minute's applause will be observed in memory of Gary."

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