Newcastle United’s impressive 13-game unbeaten run at St James’ Park ended with a 0-2 defeat to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup (EFL Cup) semi-final first leg on January 13, 2026. The streak ran from early October 2025 through to the FA Cup third round tie against Bournemouth on January 10, 2026. It covered matches in the Premier League, Champions League, EFL Cup, and FA Cup.
Newcastle scored 31 goals and conceded 17 during the run, showing strong home form under Eddie Howe. The loss to City, with goals from Antoine Semenyo and Rayan Cherki, marked the first home defeat since late September 2025.
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The 13-Game Unbeaten Sequence
Here is the sequence of home matches that formed the streak, with results, scorers and key performance notes:
The streak began with a 2-0 Premier League win over Nottingham Forest on October 5, 2025. Bruno Guimaraes scored in the 58th minute, and Jan-Niklas Woltemade added a penalty in the 84th. Newcastle controlled possession at 62% and limited Forest to three shots on target, showing solid defensive tactics.
Next, Newcastle beat Benfica 3-0 in the Champions League on October 21, 2025. Anthony Gordon opened the scoring in the 32nd minute, and Harvey Barnes added two goals in the 70th and 83rd minutes. The team completed 85% of passes and won 12 aerial duels, dominating midfield against the Portuguese side.
On October 25, 2025, Newcastle secured a 2-1 Premier League victory against Fulham. Jacob Murphy scored in the 18th minute, and Guimaraes netted the winner in the 90th. Fulham’s Sasa Lukic equalised in the 56th. Newcastle had 15 shots compared to Fulham’s 8, but needed late resilience to hold on.
In the EFL Cup fourth round on October 29, 2025, Newcastle won 2-0 against Tottenham Hotspur. Fabian Schar scored in the 24th minute, and Woltemade added the second in the 50th. The defence kept a clean sheet with five interceptions, while Newcastle managed 55% possession.
Newcastle followed with a 2-0 Champions League win over Athletic Bilbao on November 5, 2025. Dan Burn scored in the 11th minute, and Joelinton added one in the 49th. The team won 60% of tackles and restricted Bilbao to two shots on target.
On November 22, 2025, Newcastle beat Manchester City 2-1 in the Premier League. Barnes scored both goals in the 63rd and 70th minutes, while Ruben Dias pulled one back in the 68th. Newcastle recovered from a slow start, finishing with 14 shots and strong pressing in the second half.
A 2-2 Premier League draw with Tottenham Hotspur came on December 2, 2025. Guimaraes scored in the 71st minute, and Gordon converted a penalty in the 86th. Spurs’ Cristian Romero netted in the 78th and 90+5th. Newcastle held 52% possession but conceded late despite creating more chances.
Newcastle won 2-1 against Burnley in the Premier League on December 6, 2025. Guimaraes scored in the 31st minute, and Gordon added a penalty in the 45+8th. Burnley’s Zian Flemming scored a penalty in the 90+4th. The team dominated with 18 shots but allowed a late threat.
In the EFL Cup quarter-final on December 17, 2025, Newcastle beat Fulham 2-1. Yoane Wissa scored in the 10th minute, and Lewis Miley netted the winner in the 90+2nd. Fulham’s Lukic equalised in the 16th. Newcastle pushed forward with 61% possession and overcame early pressure.
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A 2-2 Premier League draw against Chelsea followed on December 20, 2025. Woltemade scored in the 4th and 20th minutes. Chelsea’s Reece James and Pedro Neto replied in the 49th and 66th. Newcastle led at half-time but dropped points after conceding from set-pieces.
On January 4, 2026, Newcastle won 2-0 against Crystal Palace in the Premier League. Guimaraes scored in the 71st minute, and Malick Thiaw added one in the 78th. The defence recorded six blocks, and Newcastle maintained control with 58% possession.
Newcastle edged Leeds 4-3 in the Premier League on January 7, 2026. Barnes scored in the 36th and 90+12th minutes, Joelinton in the 54th, and Guimaraes from a penalty in the 90+1st. Leeds’ Mateo Aaronson netted in the 32nd and 79th, with Dominic Calvert-Lewin scoring a penalty in the 45+5th. The game saw 25 shots combined, with Newcastle showing attacking flair but defensive lapses.
The streak extended with a 3-3 FA Cup draw against Bournemouth on January 10, 2026, won 7-6 on penalties. Barnes scored in the 50th and 118th minutes, and Gordon converted a penalty in the 90+5th. Bournemouth’s Alex Scott, David Brooks, and Marcus Tavernier scored in the 62nd, 68th, and 120+2nd. Newcastle advanced despite extra-time fatigue, with 54% possession.
The run ended on January 13, 2026, with a 0-2 loss to Manchester City in the EFL Cup semi-final first leg. City scored twice in the second half, exploiting Newcastle’s errors. Newcastle managed only four shots on target and struggled with City’s pressing, ending the streak after 13 games.
Conclusion
This 13-game home unbeaten run demonstrated Newcastle’s growing strength at St James’ Park across multiple competitions. Standout performers included Bruno Guimarães multiple goals and assists, Harvey Barnes, and Anthony Gordon.
While the defeat to Manchester City highlighted the gap against elite opposition, the overall record keeps Newcastle competitive in the Premier League title race, Champions League, and remaining cup ties. Attention now turns to the return leg at the Etihad and upcoming fixtures.
FAQs
1. What ended Newcastle United’s 13-game home unbeaten streak?
The streak ended with a 2-0 defeat to Manchester City in the Carabao Cup semi-final first leg on January 13, 2026.
2. How long was Newcastle United unbeaten at home?
Newcastle United went unbeaten in 13 consecutive home matches across all competitions between October 2025 and January 2026.
3. Which competitions were included in Newcastle’s home streak?
The run covered matches in the Premier League, UEFA Champions League, EFL Cup (Carabao Cup), and FA Cup.
4. How many goals did Newcastle score and concede during the run?
Newcastle scored 31 goals and conceded 17 across the 13 home matches, averaging over two goals per game.
5. Which teams did Newcastle beat during the unbeaten sequence?
Notable home wins came against Manchester City, Tottenham Hotspur, Benfica, Fulham, Crystal Palace, Leeds United, Burnley, Athletic Bilbao, and Nottingham Forest.
