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Sunderland saved - Newcastle relegated

Sunderland have secured their Premier League future with a three nil victory over Everton at the Stadium of Light. The win sealed Newcastle's fate - meaning the Magpies will now be relegated

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Former Newcastle player Gutierrez tweets support for the club

Former Newcastle footballer Jonas Gutierrez has tweeted his support for Newcastle United after they were relegated from the Premier League.

Last month an employment tribunal found he was dropped as a player during his time with Newcastle United because of his cancer diagnosis.

He sued the club for an estimated £2m on the grounds of disability discrimination.

The tribunal also ruled the club made it impossible for Gutierrez to trigger an appearance-based contract extension.

Newcastle are currently 'considering further options' with their legal team.

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