10 Newcastle United Cup Runs That Came Close To Ending Their Trophy Drought
1. 1996 FA Charity Shield
Yes it's only a friendly but a big shiny shield was up for grabs, and close rivals Man Utd were in the way.
Sadly, the Magpies were drubbed 4-0 at Wembley by the Red Devils - though of course it did make the coming 5-0 that little bit sweeter.