Simplify the following text for a Grade 7 native English-speaking person.
Original: In 2002 ( during his time as Newcastle manager ) , the 69-year-old Robson was awarded the freedom of Newcastle upon Tyne and the UEFA President 's Award for ` services to football ' .
Simplified: That year he was awarded the freedom of Newcastle upon Tyne . He also received the UEFA President 's Award for ` services to football ' .