The first record of football being played on Tyneside dates from 3 March 1877 at Elswick Rugby Club. Later that year, Newcastle's first association football club, Tyne Association, was formed. The origins of Newcastle … See more

The team returned to the FA Cup final in 1924, in the second final held at the then new Wembley Stadium. They defeated Aston Villa, … See more

When World War II broke in 1939, Newcastle had a chance to regroup, and in the War period, they brought in Jackie Milburn, Tommy Walker and Bobby Cowell. See more

McGarry remained in charge of the club, but only managed two midtable finishes before being sacked in the wake of an uninspiring start to … See more

Turnstile numbers were still low, and the incensed club published a statement claiming "The Newcastle public do not deserve to be … See more

By the time peace was restored in 1945, Seymour was at the forefront of Newcastle's affairs, manager in all but name. He ensured that the Magpies possessed an … See more

Kevin Keegan returned as manager in the 1991–92 season, and survived relegation from the Second Division. The club's finances were … See more