Eddie Howe's time at Newcastle United has come to an end after an agreement between the two parties to end their relationship, closing one of the most transformative chapters in the club's modern history.

Appointed in November 2021 to replace Steve Bruce, the former Bournemouth manager inherited a side rooted in the Premier League relegation zone and struggling for confidence. Five years later, he leaves having reshaped expectations, restored belief and guided the Magpies back among England's leading clubs.

When Howe arrived at St James' Park, Newcastle had failed to win a league game in the Premier League season and sat 19th in the table. Despite the club's new ownership, survival was far from guaranteed, and there were questions over whether the experienced coach could cope with the increased expectations.

Howe answered those doubts with calm leadership, disciplined coaching and a clear football philosophy. His spell in charge became about much more than results.

Newcastle developed into an organised, aggressive and entertaining side capable of challenging the Premier League's established elite, while players who had struggled before his arrival flourished, while new signings blended seamlessly into a team built on hard work and tactical discipline.

Perhaps Howe's greatest contribution was changing the mentality around the club. Newcastle evolved from a team focused on avoiding relegation into one competing for European places and domestic honours.

The atmosphere at St James' Park returned to its intimidating best as supporters embraced a side that consistently fought for success, highlighted by their Carabao Cup final triumph over Liverpool in Wembley in 2025.

Although his final campaign ended below expectations, with Newcastle finishing 12th, Howe departs having delivered moments supporters had waited generations to experience. His achievements ensured his place among the club's most influential managers, regardless of how his tenure concluded.

In the wake of his imminent exit, here are Eddie Howe's 10 greatest achievements during his five years as Newcastle United manager.

Top 10 Eddie Howe Achievements at Newcastle United

10. Top 3 Newcastle's Longest-Serving Premier League Managers

Longevity is increasingly rare in modern football, making Eddie Howe's five-year stay at Newcastle United particularly significant. He was the second longest severing Premier League manager at the time of his departure, behind Arsenal's Mikel Arteta.

His 1,725-day tenure made him the third-longest-serving Newcastle manager of the Premier League era, behind only Kevin Keegan (1,799 days) and Sir Bobby Robson (1,825 days). His stability helped lay the foundation for the club's revival.

9. One of the Club's Best Premier League Win Percentages

Eddie Howe consistently delivered positive league results throughout his reign. He won 84 of his 179 Premier League matches, finishing with a 46.9 per cent win rate. Among Newcastle managers in the Premier League era, only Kevin Keegan recorded a superior percentage at 51.2 per cent.

8. Completed a Historic League Double Over Manchester United

During the 2024-25 season, Newcastle defeated Manchester United home and away in the Premier League, completing a league double over the Red Devils for the first time in 94 years. It highlighted the club's growing ability to compete against England's biggest sides.

7. Oversaw Newcastle's Biggest Premier League Away Victory

On September 24, 2023, Howe guided Newcastle to an unforgettable 8-0 victory over Sheffield United at Bramall Lane. It remains the club's biggest away win in Premier League history and Howe's largest victory as Newcastle manager. Eight different players found the net in a record-breaking display.

6. Restored Newcastle as Regular European Contenders

Beyond isolated success, Howe built a team capable of competing consistently for continental qualification. Newcastle returned to challenging for European places season after season, demonstrating a level of consistency rarely seen since the club's strongest years under Kevin Keegan and Sir Bobby Robson.

5. Led Newcastle to Their First Major Cup Final in Decades

Newcastle United reached the 2022-23 Carabao Cup final under Howe, ending the club's lengthy wait for a major domestic final. Although Manchester United claimed victory at Wembley, the run signalled Newcastle's return as genuine contenders for silverware.

4. Guided Newcastle Back to the UEFA Champions League Twice

Eddie Howe delivered Newcastle United's first Champions League qualification since 2003 by securing a top-four finish in the 2022-23 Premier League season, ahead of the likes of Chelsea and Liverpool.

He repeated the achievement in 2024-25 as The Magpies returned to Europe's premier club competition for a second time during his tenure, firmly re-establishing them among the continent's elite.

3. Saved Newcastle From Relegation in His First Season

Howe inherited one of the toughest situations in the club's recent history. Newcastle were 19th in the table, winless in their opening 13.games and facing a real threat of relegation when he arrived in November 2021.

The Englishman masterminded a remarkable turnaround, guiding the Magpies to an 11th-place finish and laying the platform for everything that followed.

2. Earned the Freedom of Newcastle

The impact of Eddie Howe's work extended beyond football. In recognition of his role in delivering historic success and restoring pride to supporters, he received the Freedom of Newcastle, the city's highest civic honour. The award reflected the deep connection he established with both the club and the local community.

1. Ended a 70-Year Wait for Domestic Silverware

No achievement defines Eddie Howe's Newcastle reign more than ending the club's long wait for a major domestic trophy. Newcastle defeated Liverpool 2-1 at Wembley to win the 2024-25 Carabao Cup, securing the club's first major domestic honour since lifting the FA Cup in 1955.

The triumph created one of the most memorable days in Newcastle's history and cemented Howe's legacy as the manager who delivered long-awaited silverware.

Eddie Howe's Lasting Legacy at Newcastle United 

Managers are often judged by trophies, but Eddie Howe's influence on Newcastle United reached far beyond one memorable day at Wembley where he ended their 70-year trophy drought.

He transformed a relegation-threatened squad into regular European challengers, reconnected the team with its supporters and restored belief throughout the club.

While his departure marks the end of an important era, Howe leaves St James' Park having rewritten Newcastle's recent history, and his achievements ensure he will be remembered not only as the manager who delivered silverware, but also as the architect of one of the club's greatest modern revivals.