Conflict, quarrels and redemption - The EIGHT key dates that shaped Rafa Benitez's Newcastle United reign
Rafa Benitez’s Newcastle United story has reached its final chapter – with the last page turned on Sunday, June 30.
It comes as no shock to fans, given the trials and tribulations of Mike Ashley’s 12 years on Tyneside. Here we take a look over the key dates in Benitez’s time on Tyneside – and look back at the moments that led to the Spaniard’s unpopular departure.