Newcastle United denied repeat of Trafalgar Square scenes ahead of 2025 Wembley showdown
Newcastle United supporters will be denied a repeat of some memorable Trafalgar Square scenes ahead of their Carabao Cup Final next month.
The Daily Mail claims black and white supporters will not be able to congregate at the landmark in London, as they did back in 2023 ahead of their Carabao Cup Final clash with Manchester United. The Magpies faithful have often frequented the landmark prior to their Wembley trips, ahead of FA Cup Finals in 1951 and 1955, as well as the 1976 League Cup Final.
However, the report claims the landmark will be closed on Saturday, March 15, the day before Newcastle's date with destiny, due to St Patrick's Day celebrations on Sunday, March 16th - the same day as the final.
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Thousands of the Toon Army descended on the capital city two years ago, with memorable scenes in central London on the evening ahead of the game. Supporters had planned a repeat of those scenes after Eddie Howe's side secured their place under the Wembley Arch with a two-legged win over Arsenal.
Goals from Jacob Murphy and Anthony Gordon at St. James' Park meant the Toon would run out 4-0 winners on aggregate after going into the second leg with a 2-0 lead. However, that return to London will be tinged with disappointment for some after the latest news.
Back in 2023, an estimated 50,000 black and white supporters visited the landmark ahead of the game, celebrating the club's achievement and created a real party atmosphere before cleaning up after themselves with a group of fans taking bin liners for empty bin cans. The police also reported there had been no issues from the Newcastle fans at Trafalgar Square prior to the 2-0 defeat to Manchester United.
Former Newcastle players, referee Michael Oliver, Sam Fender and his band as well as Amanda Staveley and Mehrdad Ghodoussi were among those to make an appearance, albeit the latter of those wore a disguise to avoid detection.
Trafalgar Square will be open for six hours on the day of the final, according to the report, with live music and a parade planned for St. Patrick's Day, but there'll be no repeat of that memorable night.
