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From the Edwardian glory years to Champions League nights under the lights-experience every triumph, heartbreak, and unforgettable moment that made the Magpies great. For over 130 years, Newcastle United has been more than just a football club-it's the beating heart of Tyneside, a symbol of Geordie pride, and a source of passion that transcends generations. The 100 Greatest Moments in Newcastle United History takes you on an epic journey through the matches, goals, signings, and occasions that have defined the black and white stripes across more than a century of football. Relive the Golden Eras Experience the dominance of the Edwardian powerhouse that claimed three league championships in five years. Stand at Wembley in the glorious 1950s as Wor Jackie Milburn thunders home his legendary goals, bringing home three FA Cups in five years. Feel the electricity of Kevin Keegan's Entertainers era, when 5-0 victories over Manchester United and the raw passion of ""I would love it"" made Newcastle football's most thrilling team. Celebrate the tactical genius of Sir Bobby Robson as he guided the Magpies back to the Champions League elite. Witness the Struggles and Survival This isn't just a story of glory-it's the complete Newcastle United experience. Walk through the wilderness years of the 1970s and 80s, when relegation and decline tested supporter loyalty. Endure the Mike Ashley nightmare, when catastrophic mismanagement and Championship relegation brought the club to its knees. Marvel at Rafael Benítez's tactical masterclasses that kept Newcastle competitive despite impossible constraints, and understand why his departure remains one of football's great what-might-have-been stories. Celebrate the Modern Renaissance Experience the euphoria of October 2021 when the Saudi-led takeover finally ended the Ashley era. Feel the pride as Eddie Howe transforms Newcastle from relegation candidates to Champions League qualifiers. Witness Bruno Guimarães' arrival sparking ""The Great Escape,"" Alexander Isak's record-breaking transfer, and that unforgettable 4-1 demolition of Paris Saint-Germain that announced Newcastle's return to European football's elite. What Makes This Book Special 130,000 words of meticulously researched football history spanning 1892 to present day 100 iconic moments ranked and detailed across 10 chronological chapters In-depth analysis of every era from Victorian foundations to Saudi-backed ambition Personal stories featuring legends like Jackie Milburn, Alan Shearer, Kevin Keegan, and modern heroes Tactical insights revealing how managers like Benítez and Howe maximised limited resources Cultural context exploring the deep connection between club and Tyneside community Authentic Geordie voice capturing the passion, pride, and humour of the Toon Army Perfect For Whether you're a lifelong season ticket holder who remembers the 1950s cup triumphs, a younger fan discovering your club's rich heritage, or searching for the perfect gift for the Newcastle supporter in your life, this book delivers. It settles pub debates, educates new generations, connects the Geordie diaspora worldwide with their roots, and serves as the ultimate coffee table celebration of black and white football. This is more than a history book-it's a love letter to Newcastle United, written for the Toon Army by someone who understands what those black and white stripes mean to Tyneside and beyond. Each moment is explored with passion, context, and the kind of detail that brings memories flooding back or helps you understand why your dad still talks about that match in 1955. Howay the Lads. Once a Magpie, always a Magpie.

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