A hat-trick from Kevin Nolan and brace from Shola Ameobi give Magpies fans an unforgettable day and haunt their local neighbours on Halloween – managed by current boss Steve Bruce. Click and scroll through the pages to see what those Toon players are up to now:
1. Tim Krul
The Dutchman has established himself as Norwich City’s number one, putting the bad knee injury sustained on Tyneside well and truly behind him. Krul is back to his best and saved TWO penalties against Manchester United last weekend. Photo: Mike Hewitt
2. Danny Simpson
Simpson was released by Leicester City in the summer, three years after memorable lifting the Premier League with The Foxes. He remained without a club until late-September before being snapped up by Huddersfield Town, where he has played a vital part in their upturn in form. Photo: ADRIAN DENNIS
3. Mike Williamson
Iron Mike returned to the North East last year with Gateshead and is now player-manager at the non-league club. After relegation was forced upon The Heed, Williamson has steadied the ship at the National League North team and guided them into the first round of the FA Cup to Oldham Athletic at home. Photo: Michael Regan
4. Jose Enrique
We all know Enrique’s battle with a rare brain tumour and thankfully the retired Spaniard is here to tell the tale after making a full recovery. The 33-year-old seems to be taking an interest in TV work after appearing in the Sky Sports News studio a few weeks ago. Photo: Matthew Lewis