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Beardsley charged by FA following investigation into racist conduct at Newcastle

The former Magpies youth coach has been charged by the governing body after an investigation into his conduct at the club

Peter Beardsley has been charged by the Football Association (FA) following an investigation into his conduct at Newcastle United.

Beardsley, a former England international, left his post as a youth coach at Newcastle this month.

The FA subsequently revealed an investigation was under way following allegations he made racist and abusive comments towards young players.

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And the governing body confirmed on Friday the 58-year-old has now been charged with three breaches of FA Rule E3.