2004–05 Newcastle United F.C. season
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The 2004–05 season was Newcastle United's 108th season in English football, and their 22nd in the Premier League. The season began poorly for Newcastle, with no wins in their first four matches, and manager Bobby Robson was sacked, bringing to an end his five-year tenure at the club. His assistant, John Carver took over as caretaker manager, managing one win, but was not considered for the permanent post, and left in September 2004. Blackburn Rovers manager Graeme Souness was brought in, but despite a positive start, he was unable to mount a challenge anywhere near the Champions League challenge the team had managed the previous season.
2004–05 season | ||||
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Chairman | Freddy Shepherd | |||
Manager | Bobby Robson (until 30 August)[1] John Carver (caretaker) (from 30 August till 13 September) Graeme Souness (from 13 September) | |||
Stadium | St James' Park | |||
FA Premier League | 14th | |||
FA Cup | Semi-finals | |||
League Cup | Fourth round | |||
UEFA Cup | Quarter-finals | |||
Top goalscorer | League: Craig Bellamy, Alan Shearer (7) All: Alan Shearer (19) | |||
Average home league attendance | 51,844 | |||
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Towards the end of the season, teammates Lee Bowyer and Kieron Dyer were sent off for fighting with each other during a game. Their suspensions, coupled with several injuries, left Newcastle light on players. The club finished in 14th place in the league for the 2004–05 season.