Former Premier League Manager Chris Hughton Reveals Prostate Cancer Diagnosis
The 67-year-old former Brighton and Newcastle boss was diagnosed last April, with cancer detected early and successful surgery in May
Quick Look
- Former Brighton and Newcastle manager Chris Hughton has revealed he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in April last year.
- The cancer was detected early and he underwent successful surgery in May.
- The 67-year-old told the Daily Mail that the news didn't scare him, saying his first impression was that he'd be fine.
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Why It Matters
Chris Hughton is a former professional footballer who played as a full-back, most notably for Tottenham where he made 398 appearances. He won the UEFA Cup and two FA Cups in the early 1980s with Tottenham. He earned 53 caps for the Republic of Ireland during his playing career and later became a manager, leading both Brighton and Newcastle United.
Former Brighton and Newcastle manager Chris Hughton has revealed he was diagnosed with prostate cancer in April last year. The cancer was detected early and he had successful surgery in May. "The news certainly didn't scare me," the 67-year-old told the Daily Mail. "I know everyone is different, but my first impression was 'I'll be fine'. I didn't instantly think 'this is probably just going to kill me'. I just thought, 'OK, we'll have to do what we have to do'." During his playing career full-back Hughton most notably represented Tottenham, making 398 appearances for the north London club and winning a Uefa Cup and two FA Cups in the early 1980s. He ended his career with West Ham and Brentford, and won 53 caps for the Republic of Ireland.
Open Questions
- Where was Hughton diagnosed and treated?
- How is his health now?
