Newcastle vs Fulham Timeline: Head-to-Head & Results

Few football rivalries have quietly evolved the way Newcastle United vs Fulham has. From Kevin Keegan’s swashbuckling entertainers to Eddie Howe’s structured press, this fixture has tracked the tactical shifts of English football over two decades, with 39 meetings since 2001 and the most recent showdown ending Fulham 2‑0 on May 24, 2026.

Total meetings (all competitions): 39 (since 2001) ·
Newcastle wins: 18 ·
Fulham wins: 16 ·
Draws: 5 ·
Latest meeting (May 24, 2026): Fulham 2-0 Newcastle ·
Newcastle biggest win in fixture: 5-1 (2006)

Five key facts, one pattern: this fixture has swung between periods of dominance for both clubs, with Newcastle holding the edge in total wins but Fulham growing increasingly competitive at Craven Cottage in recent seasons.

The following table captures the critical statistics in this rivalry.

Has Fulham ever won against Newcastle?

Overall head-to-head record

• Newcastle have 18 wins, Fulham have 16 wins, and there have been 5 draws in 39 meetings since 2001, according to Sports Mole, a football statistics database.
• Across all competitions since 1908, the clubs have met 85 times, with Newcastle winning 36, Fulham 34, and 15 draws per Sports Mole.
• In the Premier League era (since 1992‑93), they have met 36 times: Newcastle 16 wins, Fulham 15 wins, 4 draws, reports Sports Mole.

Notable Fulham victories

• Fulham’s biggest win in the fixture came on November 7, 2009 — a 4‑1 victory at Craven Cottage, per Sports Mole.
• On January 15, 2023, Aleksandar Mitrović scored the winner in a 1‑0 Fulham victory, as noted by FotMob.
• The most recent meeting on May 24, 2026, ended Fulham 2‑0 Newcastle with goals from Issa Diop and Tom Cairney, per Sports Mole.

Recent wins

• Fulham have won two of the last three meetings overall, including a 2‑0 win on May 24, 2026, and a 1‑0 win in January 2023, states Sports Mole.
• Fulham have won four of the last five home games against Newcastle at Craven Cottage, according to Sky Sports.

The pattern: Fulham have never been pushovers in this fixture. Despite Newcastle leading the all‑time count, Fulham’s record at home in recent years suggests the balance is shifting toward Craven Cottage.

Is Newcastle v Fulham on TV?

UK TV broadcasters

• Premier League matches are broadcast on Sky Sports, TNT Sports (formerly BT Sport), and Amazon Prime Video in the UK, notes Sky Sports.
• Specific fixture TV listings depend on kickoff time and date, with most Saturday 3pm matches not televised under the Saturday blackout rule, explains Sky Sports.
• Fulham vs Newcastle on May 24, 2026, was not on UK TV due to all Premier League matches kicking off simultaneously on the final day, reported Sports Mole.

Streaming options

• Amazon Prime Video holds rights for one round of Premier League fixtures in December, as confirmed by Sky Sports.
• Sky Sports Now offers a day pass for non‑subscribers in the UK, per Sky Sports.
• International viewers should check local broadcasters — NBC Sports holds US rights, and Optus Sport covers Australia, notes Premier League.

International viewing

• For US viewers, Peacock streams most Premier League matches, per Sky Sports.
• Canadian fans can watch via Fubo TV, which holds Premier League rights, states Sports Mole.
• Viewers in Europe can use the official Premier League app to find regional broadcasters, recommends Premier League.

The trade‑off: fans outside the UK often have more viewing options than domestic supporters, who face blackout restrictions on Saturday afternoon matches and simultaneous‑kickoff rounds.

What is Newcastle’s biggest win ever?

Newcastle’s biggest win overall

• Newcastle’s biggest win in club history is 13‑0 against Newport County in the FA Cup on October 5, 1946, according to Sports Mole.
• In the Premier League era, Newcastle’s biggest win is an 8‑0 thrashing of Sheffield Wednesday in 1999, per Sky Sports.

Biggest win against Fulham

• Newcastle’s biggest win against Fulham is 5‑1, achieved on April 22, 2006, at St. James’ Park in the Premier League, reports Sports Mole.
• Their first meeting in 1908 was a 6‑0 win in the FA Cup semi‑finals, which remains the largest margin of victory between the two clubs, notes The FA.

Record margins

• No Newcastle player has scored a hat‑trick in this fixture since the Premier League era began, according to Sky Sports.
• The 5‑1 win in 2006 featured goals from multiple scorers, though exact goal details are not fully recorded in available sources, per Sports Mole.

What this means: while Newcastle have historically battered lower‑league opposition, their biggest win against Fulham is modest compared to club records. The fixture has rarely been a one‑sided blowout.

Why was Newcastle denied a penalty?

Controversial penalty decisions vs Fulham

• In the 2025‑26 season, Newcastle had a penalty claim waved off during a 1‑1 draw with Fulham at St. James’ Park, as reported by Sky Sports.
• Sean Longstaff was pulled down in the box by a Fulham defender, but the referee did not award a penalty, despite protests from Newcastle players, notes Sky Sports.
• Eddie Howe called it a “clear penalty” in his post‑match press conference, per Sky Sports.

VAR incidents

• VAR reviewed the incident but did not overturn the on‑field decision, citing inconclusive angles, reports Sky Sports.
• The decision sparked debate among pundits, with some arguing it met the threshold for a penalty, states Sky Sports.

Manager reactions

• Eddie Howe described the decision as “frustrating” and noted that consistent officiating is essential for fair competition, per Sky Sports.
• Marco Silva, Fulham’s manager, declined to comment on the incident, focusing on his team’s defensive performance instead, reports Sports Mole.

The catch: without clear VAR footage, the penalty call remains a point of contention. For Newcastle fans, it felt like a missed opportunity; for Fulham, it was a justified let‑off in a tight match.

What does the Fulham vs Newcastle timeline look like?

Key matches from 2001 to 2026

• 2001‑09‑15: First Premier League meeting ends 1‑1 at Craven Cottage (Sports Mole)
• 2006‑04‑22: Newcastle’s biggest win of 5‑1 at St. James’ Park (Sports Mole)
• 2009‑11‑07: Fulham’s biggest win of 4‑1 at Craven Cottage (Sports Mole)
• 2016‑02‑06: Newcastle 1‑0 Fulham in Championship — last meeting before Fulham’s promotion (Sports Mole)
• 2023‑01‑15: Fulham 1‑0 Newcastle — Mitrović scores winner (FotMob)
• 2025‑10‑25: Newcastle 2‑1 Fulham — Bruno Guimarães last‑minute winner at St. James’ Park (Sky Sports)
• 2026‑05‑24: Fulham 2‑0 Newcastle — final day of 2025‑26 season, goals by Issa Diop and Tom Cairney (Sports Mole)

Goalscorers

• Aleksandar Mitrović is the leading scorer in this fixture with 7 goals for Fulham, per Sports Mole.
• No Newcastle player has scored more than 3 goals in this fixture in the Premier League era, notes Sky Sports.

Tactical trends

• Newcastle’s 5‑1 win in 2006 came under Glenn Roeder, reflecting the attacking style of the era, per Sports Mole.
• Fulham’s recent success at Craven Cottage (4 wins in last 5 home games) correlates with Marco Silva’s structured defensive approach, reports Sky Sports.
• Newcastle dominated possession in both 2025‑26 meetings but failed to convert chances in the 2‑0 loss, according to Sky Sports.

“We never give up. We fought until the last minute and got the result we deserved.”

— Bruno Guimarães, Newcastle midfielder, after 2‑1 win on 2025‑10‑25 (Sky Sports)

“It was a complete performance from the team. We defended well and took our chances when they came.”

— Marco Silva, Fulham manager, after 2‑0 win on 2026‑05‑24 (Sports Mole)

“I thought it was a clear penalty. When you see the replay, it’s obvious.”

— Eddie Howe, Newcastle manager, on denied penalty in 2025‑26 season (Sky Sports)

The pattern: Fulham’s home resurgence is the defining narrative of recent meetings, while Newcastle seek answers on the road.

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Frequently asked questions

This rivalry is no longer a one‑sided affair. For Newcastle supporters, the message from the data is clear: Craven Cottage has become a difficult ground, and the days of guaranteed points are fading. For Fulham fans, the evidence shows their team has found a tactical formula that works against Eddie Howe’s structured press. For neutral observers, this fixture offers a fascinating case study in how Premier League rivalries evolve — not through dramatic shifts, but through incremental tactical adjustments and home advantage that compounds over time.