Newcastle United set for big international coup – report

Miles Starforth
By Miles Starforth

Newcastle United writer

Published 8th Sep 2019, 08:00 BST
Updated 8th Sep 2019, 09:00 BST
England's rugby union team playing Italy at St James's Park.England's rugby union team playing Italy at St James's Park.
England's rugby union team playing Italy at St James's Park. | Getty Images
England could return to St James’s Park to play a World Cup qualifier, according to a report.

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.

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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.

Related topics:EnglandSt James's ParkWembleyFootball AssociationEddie JonesItaly