Newcastle United FC 1995-1996 Away
Superb classic by Adidas, the ´95-´96 away shirt in longsleeve with the classic brown ale Beer sponsor. Such a stylish shirt!
In the 1995-96 season, Newcastle United, backed by Sir John Hall's significant financial investments, spent around £16 million on players including Les Ferdinand, David Ginola, Warren Barton, and Shaka Hislop. This spending spree allowed Kevin Keegan's team to start the season strongly. In February 1996, Newcastle further strengthened their squad by signing Colombian striker Faustino Asprilla and England midfielder David Batty for a combined £11 million. Newcastle dominated the Premier League from the start, leading the table from August until mid-March. By Christmas, they had a 10-point lead over Manchester United, which extended to 12 points by January 20, 1996, with 15 matches remaining. However, Manchester United, boosted by Eric Cantona's return from suspension, surged in form. Despite a spirited 2-1 victory at Middlesbrough inspired by Asprilla, Newcastle's form faltered, losing five of their next eight matches. Crucial points were dropped in away games against West Ham and Manchester City. A 1-0 home defeat to Manchester United on March 4 ended Newcastle's perfect home record and reduced their lead to a single point. Subsequent defeats to Arsenal, Liverpool, and Blackburn Rovers allowed Manchester United to overtake them.
Superb classic by Adidas, the ´95-´96 away shirt in longsleeve with the classic brown ale Beer sponsor. Such a stylish shirt!
In the 1995-96 season, Newcastle United, backed by Sir John Hall's significant financial investments, spent around £16 million on players including Les Ferdinand, David Ginola, Warren Barton, and Shaka Hislop. This spending spree allowed Kevin Keegan's team to start the season strongly. In February 1996, Newcastle further strengthened their squad by signing Colombian striker Faustino Asprilla and England midfielder David Batty for a combined £11 million. Newcastle dominated the Premier League from the start, leading the table from August until mid-March. By Christmas, they had a 10-point lead over Manchester United, which extended to 12 points by January 20, 1996, with 15 matches remaining. However, Manchester United, boosted by Eric Cantona's return from suspension, surged in form. Despite a spirited 2-1 victory at Middlesbrough inspired by Asprilla, Newcastle's form faltered, losing five of their next eight matches. Crucial points were dropped in away games against West Ham and Manchester City. A 1-0 home defeat to Manchester United on March 4 ended Newcastle's perfect home record and reduced their lead to a single point. Subsequent defeats to Arsenal, Liverpool, and Blackburn Rovers allowed Manchester United to overtake them.