20 October 1996
Newcastle 5-0 Manchester United — October 1996
Kevin Keegan's Entertainers dismantled the defending Premier League champions at St James' Park — Darren Peacock, David Ginola, Les Ferdinand, Alan Shearer and Philippe Albert scored.
Newcastle United Legendary Matches
Updated June 2026 · St James' Park, Newcastle upon Tyne
Matches that defined Newcastle United. Each entry below summarises a marquee result — full editorial narratives are linked where written.
3 April 1996
Liverpool 4-3 Newcastle — Premier League 1996 'classic'
Stan Collymore's stoppage-time winner ended a 7-goal classic that effectively ended Newcastle's title challenge — Sky Sports has voted it the greatest Premier League match.
16 March 2025
Newcastle 2-1 Liverpool — EFL Cup final 2025
Dan Burn and Alexander Isak scored as Newcastle won their first major trophy since 1955 — 70-year wait ended at Wembley under Eddie Howe.
Frequently asked questions
When was Newcastle United founded?
Newcastle United were formed in 1892 by the merger of Newcastle East End and Newcastle West End. The club have been based at St James' Park, in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne, since their founding.
Who is Newcastle's current manager?
Eddie Howe has managed Newcastle United since November 2021, shortly after the Saudi-led takeover. In 2025 he led the club to the EFL Cup — Newcastle's first major domestic trophy in 70 years.
What is Newcastle's home stadium and what is its capacity?
Newcastle United play at St James' Park, in the centre of Newcastle upon Tyne. The ground holds 52,305 spectators.
Who are Newcastle's biggest rivals?
Newcastle's fiercest rivalry is the Tyne-Wear Derby with Sunderland. They also share a regional rivalry with Middlesbrough.
How many league titles have Newcastle won?
Newcastle United have won four English top-flight titles, all in the pre-war First Division era. Their last league title was in 1926-27. They have also lifted the FA Cup six times, most recently in 1955.