Newcastle Eagles legend Darius Defoe to be awarded the Freedom of the City
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Newcastle Eagles legend Darius Defoe to be awarded the Freedom of the City

16 Jul 2026 · Originally published 16 Jul 2026 9/10 Original headline: Newcastle Eagles legend Darius Defoe to be awarded freedom of the city
After a 22-season career that saw him contribute to all 28 of the Newcastle Eagles' major title wins, 41-year-old Darius Defoe is to receive the Honorary Freedom of Newcastle. The honour recognises his long-standing influence on the city, where he has become a fixture through his work with local schools and youth engagement programmes.
Source: Chronicle Live Tyne And Wear
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