Newcastle United set for big international coup – report

England could return to St James’s Park to play a World Cup qualifier, according to a report.

Published 8th Sep 2019, 08:00 BST

Updated 8th Sep 2019, 09:00 BST

Newcastle United last hosted the Three Lions in 2005 while Wembley was being rebuilt.

St James’s Park successfully hosted England’s rugby union team on Friday night.

A 50,000-plus crowd saw Eddie Jones’ side beat Italy 37-0 in their final World Cup warm-up game.

The Sun claim that the stadium is being considered by the Football Association for an a competitive international next year.