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Fans reflect on Newcastle United heroes and villains of the 2020s

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Last updated Oct 14, 2026

Fans reflect on Newcastle United heroes and villains of the 2020s

Summary

Contributors to The Mag discuss Newcastle United's iconic figures from the 2020s in an article published on October 14, 2026. Eddie Howe is praised as a hero for leading the club to its first major trophy in 56 years and guiding it through significant challenges, including qualification for the Champions League. Volunteers and charity workers are also celebrated as cult heroes, while Sky Sports is controversially labeled a villain, particularly for its handling of TV rights during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fans successfully boycotted a pay-per-view scheme, raising significant funds for local charities instead.

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•Eddie Howe led Newcastle to its first major trophy in 56 years.
•The club faced challenges but qualified for two Champions League campaigns.
•Charity workers and volunteers are recognized as cult heroes.
•Sky Sports is criticized for its pandemic-era TV rights decisions.
•Fans boycotted pay-per-view fees, raising funds for local charities.

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Who are your Newcastle United heroes and villains? We asked some contributors to The Mag if they’d like to talk about theirs, our thanks to The Armchair Fan for taking up this challenge. He has focused on the Newcastle United heroes and villains of the 2020s in this piece.
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