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Newcastle United?

One of the most loyal fanbases in England: 70 years without a major domestic trophy, ended by the 2025 EFL Cup.

Founded
1892
Ground
St James' Park
Manager
Matthias Jaissle

Last updated November 11, 2026. Managers come and go; we keep this current.

Honors and legacy

Newcastle have one of the most loyal fanbases in England. Their cabinet isn't modern-heavy, but history runs deep:
  • 4 League Titles
  • 6 FA Cups
  • One of the most intimidating home atmospheres in soccer

And in 2025, the wait finally ended: Newcastle won the EFL Cup: their first major domestic trophy in 70 years.

Recent history

After years of stagnation under poor ownership, new investment from Saudi Arabia's PIF transformed the club. Eddie Howe has rebuilt the squad, improved infrastructure, and delivered silverware: the 2025 EFL Cup, the club's first major domestic trophy since 1955. Howe left in summer 2026, and Matthias Jaissle, who won two Austrian titles with Red Bull Salzburg, arrived from Al Ahli in August.

Greatest ever player

The pride of the North: Alan Shearer: Premier League's all-time top scorer. Born and raised in the city, the man is a Newcastle god.

The US sports doppelganger

Cleveland Browns (if they suddenly got major investment). Passionate fans, historic suffering, sudden resurgence.

Famous fans

  • Sting
  • Sam Fender
  • Charlie Hunnam

Most famous moment: Winning the 2025 EFL Cup

Winning the 2025 EFL Cup, ending a 70-year wait for a major domestic trophy, is the new benchmark. But "Enter Alan Shearer" remains the moment that still defines the club's identity: when the world's most expensive player at the time signed for his hometown club.

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Where can I watch Newcastle United in the US?

NBC has every Premier League game in the US, split across NBC, USA Network and Peacock, with some in Spanish on Telemundo. Peacock carries the most games, but USA Network games need a cable or live-TV login.

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