Newcastle City Council to host civic reception for Newcastle United

Newcastle City Council has announced plans for a civic reception to celebrate the Magpies reaching the Carabao Cup final.

Whatever the result, the council wants to acknowledge the amazing achievement of reaching their first final in 24 years.

The council has also said they will support any other plans NUFC make to mark the occasion.

Cllr Nick Kemp, City Council leader, said: “The players are already heroes who have brought pride back to the club through their achievements on the pitch.

“It’s plain to see the positive effect their success is having on the city and to end decades without trophy would be incredible.

“The club is part fo the fabric of the city and makes an immense contribution in terms of culture, a sense of community and the value to the local economy.”

If the club wins, there will also be an open top bus parade around the city at some point next week.

Kemp continues: “As a City Council we feel it is right to acknowledge this in the way we have in the past, to show our appreciation to the players and staff for their amazing success.

“We know how for so many people the football club is so important, and we also know how this achievement helps further promote our great city on a national and global stage.”

Arrangements have not yet been made for the reception, however fans will be notified when details are confirmed.