Newcastle United marked the end of a 70-year domestic trophy drought in style, hosting a massive open-top bus parade on Saturday to celebrate their Carabao Cup victory.
An estimated 150,000 fans lined the streets as the club basked in the glory of its first major domestic triumph since winning the FA Cup in 1955.
The parade started at St. James’ Park, winding through Newcastle’s city centre before concluding at the Town Moor, where a stage was set up for an hour-long celebration.
The event featured speeches from players and staff, culminating in a trophy lift that sent fans into rapturous applause.
The Magpies secured their historic win by defeating Liverpool 2-1 at Wembley Stadium on March 16, a victory that signified a turning point for the Saudi-backed club.
Newcastle has long been a sleeping giant in English football, and this win signals a resurgence under manager Eddie Howe.
As a testament to his impact, Howe has been awarded the prestigious “Freedom of the City,” joining club legends such as Alan Shearer, Bobby Robson, and Shaka Hislop in receiving the honor.
