FORMED in 1892 following the merger of Newcastle East End and Newcastle West End, Newcastle United is known as one of the most famous football clubs not just in England, but across Europe as well.

In the History section of nufc.co.uk you can read a comprehensive history of the club, including all the honours achieved down the years. You can also earn more about some of the greatest players to wear the black and white stripes and those who have sat in the managerial chair.

Read about the history of our famous colours and how the NUFC crest has changed over the years as well.

And in a tribute to Alan Shearer, we have every fact and figure you will ever need about his record breaking 206 goals for the Magpies.