Newcastle United’s 2005/06 season was turbulent and transitional. Graeme Souness began as manager but was sacked in February after poor results and dressing room unrest. Alan Shearer, in his final professional season, broke the club’s all-time scoring record and remained a pivotal figure on and off the pitch. Michael Owen arrived from Real Madrid but suffered a long-term injury, limiting his impact. Glenn Roeder took over as caretaker manager, stabilizing the side and guiding them to a respectable 7th-place Premier League finish, which secured UEFA Intertoto Cup qualification. Shearer’s farewell provided a bittersweet highlight.
