In January, 12 years, ago, Kevin Keegan’s Magpies fell to a 3-0 defeat at the Emirates with a brace from Emmanuel Adebayo an own goal from Nicky Butt.
And ahead of the latest cup meeting between the pair, we’ve decided to look at the United starting XI from that fourth round tie, and find out what each player is up to now.
Scroll and click through our gallery to find out:
9. Damien Duff
Duff stepped down from his coaching duties at Scottish champions Celtic in June to concentrate on his assistant manager role in the Republic of Ireland first-team set up. Photo: ADRIAN DENNIS
10. Alan Smith
Smith hung up his boots in 2018 after ending his career lower down the pyramid at Notts County before moving to the USA to coach young players in Florida. Photo: Mike Hewitt
11. Michael Owen
Since retiring in 2013 following a brief spell at Stoke City, Owen spends most of his time as a pundit, match analyst and occasional co-commentator for BT Sport. The 41-year-old also co-owns a training yard called Manor House Stables, related to horse racing. Photo: ADRIAN DENNIS