PREMIER LEAGUE CLUB GUIDE
Newcastle United
NICKNAME
The Magpies / The Toon
FOUNDED
1892
STADIUM
St James’ Park (capacity: 52,305)
CITY
Newcastle upon Tyne
COLOURS
Black and white stripes
CURRENT MANAGER
Club History
Newcastle United are one of English football’s great institutions — a city and club where football is religion. They won four First Division titles in the 1920s-27 era and were FA Cup finalists five times in the 1950s-60s. The Kevin Keegan era of the mid-1990s brought “Entertainers” football — thrilling but ultimately trophy-less. The Saudi Public Investment Fund takeover in 2021 changed the landscape entirely. With Eddie Howe as manager, Newcastle have risen from a relegation-threatened club to Champions League regulars, winning the League Cup in 2023.
Known For
St James’ Park — one of English football’s most atmospheric grounds, sitting in the heart of the city
The Toon Army — Newcastle fans are among the most passionate and loyal in England
The Saudi takeover — one of the most controversial and consequential events in recent football history
Alan Shearer — Newcastle’s all-time top scorer, Premier League all-time top scorer and local hero
The “Entertainers” era under Kevin Keegan in the 1990s — one of football’s most entertaining teams
2024/25 League Cup winners — their first trophy since 1955
Key Players to Watch
Alexander Isak — Striker
Swedish international who is one of the Premier League’s most complete strikers — pace, technique, finishing. Arguably should have been included in more international conversations.
Bruno Guimarães — Central midfielder
Brazilian midfielder who has been outstanding since arriving from Lyon. Combative, creative and a leader. One of the best midfielders in the league.
Stadium Guide
St James’ Park sits right in the centre of Newcastle city — you can see it from all over the city. Capacity 52,305. The atmosphere inside, particularly in the Gallowgate and Leazes ends, is extraordinary. One of the few genuinely city-centre football grounds remaining in England.
Major Honours
First Division: 4 (last: 1927). FA Cup: 6. League Cup: 1 (2023/24).
Rivals
Sunderland (the Tyne-Wear derby — one of England’s most intense local rivalries, returned to the Premier League in 2025/26), Middlesbrough.
2025/26 Season
Final position: Around 6th-9th — European qualification
Newcastle again in contention for European places under Howe. The Saudi investment continues to bring quality signings and the team remains one of the Premier League’s most exciting.