Sir Bobby Robson was buried earlier in a private family ceremony in the North East. Finally succombing to cancer after a tough eighteen year battle against the disease, he died last Friday at his home in County Durham. Lady Elsie Robson and their sons, Andrew, Paul and Mark were joined by other relatives and close [.

As you've surely heard by now, Sir Bobby Robson passed away this morning at the age of 76 after an impossibly long battle with cancer. Above is a video from his Lifetime Achievement Award ceremony two years ago. The award was presented by Sir Alex Ferguson and by watching you'll get a hint of just how important Sir Bobby was to the game and why this is such a great loss.

It all started when Marcello Lippi said he thought Juventus would win Serie A this season. That was the spark that ignited Jose Mourinho's insatiable temper and has led to begin an all-out attack on Lippi that would make your dad cry. Even though Lippi was quick to apologize and say it was just his opinion, mind you, Jose has unloaded with some daggers:

Lippi passed judgment on television the other night," slammed Mourinho.

I lost my father to cancer at ten to four today.He put up a brave fight against this terrible disease but after 16 months he finally succumbed to the condition.He passed away peacefully in the end, having slipped into a coma on Wednesday, he fought bravely but today, it became too much for him.A good man, a kind man and a funny man, I will miss him greatly.

Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson has died at the age of 76, following a long battle with cancer. Robson will be best remembered on the international stage for leading England to the 1990 World Cup semi-final. At club level, he cut his managerial teeth at Fulham before establishing his credentials at Ipswich where he [.

Sir Bobby Robson died earlier today after losing his long battle against cancer. Nobody needs me to say much right now, as we all know what he was and what he meant to us, which is just as well because I don't think I have the words right now. God bless you Sir Bob, thoughts [...]

Maybe not goodbye, but farewell...
15 Quotes From Sir Bobby Robson
Sir Bobby Robson, former manager of Ipswich Town, Newcastle United and England, died today aged 76 after a long battle with cancer. Before a more formal tribute on our part, here are some of Sir Bobby's many utterances that made us laugh over the years and endeared him to football fans the world over.

Bobby Robson died peacefully today at his home in County Durham. Sir Robert William Robson-As a young man Here is the statement released by his family, "It is with great sadness that it has been announced today that Sir Bobby Robson has lost his long and courageous battle with cancer. "He died very peacefully this [.

Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson has died at the age of 76, following a long battle with cancer. Robson will be best remembered on the international stage for leading England to the 1990 World Cup semi-final. Had successful spells in club level too, including stints at at PSV Eindhoven, Sporting Lisbon, Porto and Barcelona [.

Sir Bobby Robson has passed away at the age of 76. He lost his long battle against cancer, during which he kept his good humour and dignity. It's a terribly sad day for English football, and it puts into perspective...

Former England manager Sir Bobby Robson has passed away at the age of 76, having finally lost a long battle against cancer.
Robson, who distinguished himself first during a lengthy tenure that put Ipswich Town back on the map with FA Cup and UEFA Cup wins in 1978 and 1982 respectively, took on the England job and led them to the semi finals of the World Cup in 1990.

A low blow Swindon Town defender Kevin Amankwaah has apologised to Millwall striker Neil Harris over a jibe about his battle with cancer. The 27-year-old initially denied accusations that he had brought up cancer during an on-pitch slanging match with Harris, but has now issue an apology. He said: "While I feel I was the subject of some [.

A young soccer team in Washington is working to raise money to help a teammate's mother with cancer treatments.

The death has taken place of the former England and Ireland assistant manager Bobby Robson at the age of 76.
A statement issued on behalf of his family said: 'It is with great sadness that it has been announced today that Sir Bobby Robson has lost his long and courageous battle with cancer.

So poor old Bobby Robson has gone to manage those gone before him in football heaven...I just heard the news that he passed away after his long battle with cancer. A true gent in the game, not a bad word could be spoken about him. According to those who knew him, he was a genuine [...]

Former England, Newcastle United and FC Barcelona manager Bobby Robson has died peacefully at age 76 after a long battle with cancer. He was truly one of the greatest football managers of all time. "The world, not just the football world, will miss him. Let's hope it won't be long before another like him turns up [.

Liverpool manager Rafa Benitez has added his voice to the many paying tribute to the late Sir Bobby Robson, who lost his battle with cancer at the age of 76 today, passing away peacefully this morning at his home in County Durham.
The great man enjoyed a long and successful career in the game, both as a player and a manager, and spent part of his career in Benitez's home country, Spain, where he worked at Barcelona.

Loyalty. Personable. Motivating.

His will but yet his zest for life will be his legacy as he battled cancer during these past few years. To all of us that knew him and didn't he gave us something that could never be repaid. His humor and enthusiasm for life and the game were what made him so special, beyond the trophies he won.

Shockingly there's a full weekend of soccer action about to start. I know, how can that be?!?! Have the authorities lost their minds? With Thierry Henry roaming the streets, handling a ball, destroying a nation's economy, causing cancer and eating children, it's hard to believe European governments are allowing people out of their houses.

Good day to you! I don't know why my opening sentence is so chipper, but there it is. Wenger gave his Friday "press conference" but I haven't had a chance to watch it because I spent all afternoon yesterday taking care of a 1 year old with an ear infection. Owing to that I've had about 5 hours sleep and I have to get to work so it's a short blog for you, I'm sure you'll survive.

As we've been doing throughout the whole week, we bring you the latest news on former Arsenal striker John Hartson. John has resumed radiotherapy treatment for cancer according to doctors after undergoing surgery last Tuesday.

Meanwhile, a family statement reads:

We want to acknowledge the outstanding care and skill that has been given to John by the medical and nursing staff at both Morriston and Singleton Hospitals.

Quality of video is a bit patchy at times but combination of robotic dance and quality finishing is ace. Watch out to for Ricky Gervais, Steven Merchant and James Corden. Also side note, a big get well soon to Beastie Boys legend Adam Nathaniel Yauch, better known as MCA, who is undergoing treatment for Cancer

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