Sir Bobby!

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Sir Bobby Robson suffers suspected stroke

LONDON, Aug 5 (Reuters) - Former England soccer manager Bobby Robson was taken to hospital during Ipswich's second division home game with Crystal Palace on Saturday. The 73-year-old complained of feeling unwell 10 minutes into the match.

A statement on the Ipswich club website said: 'He walked down to see the paramedics and was then escorted to an ambulance (and) driven to Ipswich hospital.'

Robson underwent tests and was said to be comfortable.

Before the game, which Ipswich lost 2-1, Robson had been on the pitch waving to the crowd in his new capacity as club president.

Robson managed Ipswich for 13 years until 1982 before taking over the England post which he held for eight years.

In May, he had a cancerous tumour removed from a lung. It had been revealed when he had an X-ray examination after a skiing accident.

In a long playing and coaching career, Robson also managed PSV Eindhoven, Barcelona and Newcastle United. In January, he was appointed Ireland's international football consultant to act as mentor to national team manager Steve Staunton.

[Lacoste]

Hope he gets well soon, one of my local heroes being a Newcastle lad and all.

[Mossfinn]

Just heard Sir Bobby is on the mend, plenty of time to help Steve in guiding the Republic to winning the Euro Championship in two years time.

Good Luck

Moss

[Rinrada]

Robson 'feeling well' in hospital

Robson has been diagnosed with cancer three times

Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson is said to be "feeling very well" in hospital a day after being taken ill during a game at Ipswich.

The 73-year-old complained of feeling unwell 10 minutes into the match.

Ipswich Hospital NHS Trust spokeswoman Elaine Patten said: "Sir Bobby is feeling very well. Once the tests are completed he will be discharged."

Robson became Ipswich's honorary club president this summer and was paraded in front of the fans before the game.

The hospital did not give any details about the symptons Robson was suffering with when he was admitted.

It is understood the former England manager was accompanied by Dr Hugh Davies, his cancer specialist, who had been a guest of Robson at the match.

When a man of his stature is rushed into hospital then the result doesn't matter.

As long as he's OK, we'll be OK

Current Ipswich manager Jim Magilton

Current Ipswich manager Jim Magilton, who was taking charge of his first game, said: "There was no prouder man in the stadium today than me, knowing that Sir Bobby was in the stand.

"When a man of his stature is rushed into hospital then the result doesn't matter. As long as he's OK, we'll be OK."

Magilton's team lost the game 2-1.

In May, Robson had a cancerous tumour removed from his lung.

The tumour, which the hospital said was bigger than a golf ball, was only spotted when he had an X-ray following a skiing accident.

That was the third time he has had a cancer scare - having beaten the illness twice before, in 1992 and 1995.

A player with West Brom, Fulham and England, Robson began his managerial career with Vancouver Royals and then Fulham, before he took the reins at Ipswich in 1969.

He was in charge there until 1982 when, having won the Uefa Cup and FA Cup with the Suffolk club, he was invited to manage England.

Robson managed his country at two World Cups before leaving in 1990.

He then sought new challenges abroad with PSV Eindhoven (twice), Sporting Lisbon, Porto and Barcelona, before finally he was appointed manager of his hometown club Newcastle in 1999.

He stayed there until August 2004 when he was sacked, and has since worked as a consultant for the Republic of Ireland national team.

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[ThaiPauly]

I have always respected Sir Bobby, he is such a determined Man, I am sure he will come through this.

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Robson battling brain tumour

LONDON, Aug 20 (Reuters) - Former England manager Bobby Robson is to have surgery to remove a brain tumour.

Robson, who took England to the semi-finals of the World Cup in 1990, told the Mail on Sunday in an interview: 'On Wednesday I will have an operation to remove the tumour and as soon as surgeons tell me the rest of my body is clean I should be able to make a full recovery'

Robson, who in a long managerial career has taken charge of PSV Eindhoven, Porto and Sporting in Portugal, Barcelona, Ipswich Town and most recently Newcastle United, has recovered from three bouts of cancer in the last 15 years.

The former England international received a knighthood in 2002 for services to football.

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Sir Bobby has brain tumour successfully removed

Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson was recovering in hospital tonight after surgeons removed a small brain tumour.

The operation went very well and the tumour was completely removed, a spokeswoman for Sir Bobby said.

He is now recovering following the operation today in Newcastle.

The 73-year-old was taken ill while watching Ipswich two weeks ago, and was suspected to have suffered a stroke.

Extensive tests revealed a tumour the size of a grape, and he is expected to make a full recovery.

A spokesman for the former Newcastle manager said: 'Early today Sir Bobby Robson underwent an operation in Newcastle to remove a small tumour on his brain.

'The operation went very well and the tumour was completely removed. Sir Bobby is recovering in hospital where he will be attended by his consultants over the next couple of days.

'The Robson family are extremely grateful for the many calls which have been received inquiring about his condition.

'They would very much appreciate if no more inquiries were directed to the hospital and a further statement will be issued when there is more information.'

Sir Bobby has already battled against cancer three times, and earlier this year had a tumour the size of a golf ball removed from a lung.

He underwent surgery for bowel cancer in 1992 and a rare skin cancer behind his eye in 1995.

Announcing he was to have surgery, he said at the weekend: ``I had a scan to assess why I felt unwell and had to leave the game at Ipswich early, and the doctors discovered a small, operable tumour that caused an affliction on the left side of my face.

'On Wednesday I will have an operation to remove the tumour and, as surgeons tell me the rest of my body is clean, I should be able to make a full recovery.'

County Durham-born Sir Bobby added: 'Having successfully fought cancer three times, I am confident of getting through this as well.'

In April his lung tumour was removed during a three-hour operation at Newcastle's Freeman Hospital, and he was allowed to return to his home near Chester-le-Street, Co Durham, after five days' rest.

As well as England and Ipswich, Robson has managed Barcelona, PSV Eindhoven, Sporting Lisbon, FC Porto and Newcastle during his distinguished managerial career.

He is currently employed as a consultant for the Republic of Ireland national team, but will miss their opening Euro 2008 qualifier against Germany in Stuttgart on September 2.

The Football Association of Ireland is hopeful he will be able to resume his duties alongside manager Steve Staunton for the games against Cyprus and the Czech Republic in early October.

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A true GIANT of English football.

Get well soon Sir Robert!!

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Sir Bobby admits defeat in battle against cancer

Updated: August 7, 2008, 9:22 AM UK

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Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson has admitted he will lose his battle with lung cancer 'sooner rather than later'.

Robson has been battling a fifth bout of the illness and has accepted doctors' prognosis that he is unlikely to beat it.

Speaking to The Sun, he said: 'I have accepted what they have told me and I am determined to make the most of what time I have left.

'I am going to die sooner rather than later. But then everyone has to go some time, and I have enjoyed every minute.

'I have been fortunate to survive this long. It is thanks to the doctors and their dedication.'

Sir Bobby, who took England to the brink of a World Cup final in Italy in 1990, has enjoyed a football career spanning six decades - from playing days with Fulham and England, to managerial triumphs first with Ipswich and then as national coach at two World Cups, to continental coaching appointments.

He later returned to his native north-east to take over at Newcastle and most recently spent a short time as consultant for the Republic of Ireland.

[Chaimai]

A top man and true gentleman of the game.

Revered in the North East, and my neck of the woods in Suffolk, I suspect he will have the respect and affection of the nation for his achievements and the dignity with which he has battled his illnesses.

I hope he can be left to enjoy what time he has left on this earth.

Best wishes Sir Bobby.

[mrtoad]

A top football man. I'm sure that nearly every fan of whatever club will be wishing him all the very best.

Edited August 7, 2008 by mrtoad

[redrus]

Yeah, agreed.

Get well soon fella.

Second to none as the nicest guy in football....?

redrus

[Sunderland]

May your remaining days be peaceful ones, Bobby.

A true legend in the world of football and an absolute gentleman. One of a kind.

God Bless you Bobby.

[Macclad]

Sorry to hear this news.He looked very ill at the Cup Final.

A true gentleman and genuine nice guy.

[ThaiPauly]

All I can add has already been said...nobody could say a bad word about Sir Bobby.

When he goes the game will loose one of it's most distiguished characters, I hope he enjoys the time he has left.

Getting England into a World Cup semi-final away from home soil was a fantastic acheivement, will it ever be repeated...I somehow doubt it.

[boogie]

All I can add has already been said...nobody could say a bad word about Sir Bobby.

When he goes the game will loose one of it's most distinguished characters, I hope he enjoys the time he has left.

Getting England into a World Cup semi-final away from home soil was a fantastic acheivement, will it ever be repeated...I somehow doubt it.

As an Ipswich supporter Bobby was/is always will be my hero. Many things have already been said about him, but one incident always stands out for me personally. When Bobby, as he was then, was manager of England he came to Bermuda and gave an after dinner speech at a local hotel, At the end of the dinner practically all of the audience queued up at the top table to get Bobby to autograph their menus. After several minutes one of the organisers tried to dissuade people from queuing, as it was taking so long. Bobby stopped them from doing this and insisted on signing for the remaining guests. Not only did he take the time to sign, but he asked each person individually what there name was and signed the menu to that person with best wishes from Bobby Robson. To me that speaks volume about the man.

This quote about his recent health announcement sums up that feeling

"Despite that, he is still bursting with an enthusiasm and love for football that should be studied by many of the money-grabbing mercenaries polluting the beautiful game today."

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The way he's accepted his fate in the interview is truly remarkable...nothing to add that has already been said

[binnsy]

It is sad to think that he will not be around much longer but he has beat it 4 times now its back i just pray that when his time is up it is as painless as possible

He is the MAN who put 2 of the 3 stars on our shirt.

Gave me some great times watching Ipswich Town.Brought the two Dutchman to Portman Road also Paul Mariner who he stole from Plymouth for peanuts.In Hunter & Beattie great pairing when they finished he gave us Butcher & Osman.

Long live Bobby

[Chaimai]

It is sad to think that he will not be around much longer but he has beat it 4 times now its back i just pray that when his time is up it is as painless as possible

He is the MAN who put 2 of the 3 stars on our shirt.

Gave me some great times watching Ipswich Town.Brought the two Dutchman to Portman Road also Paul Mariner who he stole from Plymouth for peanuts.In Hunter & Beattie great pairing when they finished he gave us Butcher & Osman.

Long live Bobby

Binnsy - There is now a petition to have the North Stand renamed whilst Sir Bobby is still alive. Not sure if the following Evening Star link works:-

Click here to add your name to the petition