Newcastle United Total Sport podcast host Justin Lockwood recently shared some fascinating stories from the Sir Bobby Robson era. In September 1999, after Ruud Gullit resigned, Sir Bobby took over as manager and led the team to unprecedented heights. Under his guidance, the Magpies climbed from the bottom of the Premier League to competing in Champions League and Uefa Cup football.
One of the most memorable moments from this period was when Sir Bobby and Alan Shearer would arrive at airports for their Champions League trips. The duo would be greeted by hundreds of fans, causing delays as they tried to make their way through the terminal. This was not just a one-time occurrence, but happened at every airport they visited, even in places like Sarajevo where it took hours to get through due to the fan turnout.
The podcast provides listeners with more insight into this exciting time in Newcastle United’s history and shares other stories from that era. It’s a must-listen for any fan of the club or those interested in sports history. You can catch the full podcast on BBC Sounds for more entertaining anecdotes and memories from that momentous period in Newcastle United’s history.
