Kieran Trippier played his final game as a Newcastle United player at St James’ Park on Sunday.

Kieran Trippier thanked Newcastle United fans for ‘the best’ support he’s ever had during his playing career.

The 35-year-old started Newcastle’s 3-1 win over West Ham United at St James’ Park on Sunday. Trippier has announced he will be leaving the club when his contract expires next month.

It brings an end to a hugely successful spell for the former England international, who was the first signing made by Eddie Howe under the new PIF-led ownership in January 2022.

Kieran Trippier: Newcastle United legend

Trippier took a leap of faith to join the project with Newcastle battling relegation but will leave as a club legend, having twice helped the side qualify for the Champions League while also lifting the Carabao Cup last season.

The ending of Newcastle’s 70-year domestic trophy drought is something Trippier holds as his favourite achievement in football, ahead of winning La Liga with Atletico Madrid, reaching the Champions League final with Tottenham Hotspur or scoring in the World Cup semi-final with England.

Following his St James’ Park farewell, Trippier took to Instagram to post a series of images from the game and the Wor Flags tribute.

It was accompanied by the message: “Brilliant result yesterday, amazing to finish at St James’ with a win. The support I received was the best I’ve ever had. Thank you so much to everyone, I will miss you all and playing at the famous St James Park. 🖤🤍”

NUFC stars & Elliot Anderson pay tribute to Kieran Trippier

As a popular figure and leader at Newcastle over the past four years, his post received a warm response from those connected with the club.

Captain Bruno Guimaraes wrote: “Love you bro.”

Similarly, Sven Botman commented: “Love brother.”

Lewis Hall, Lewis Miley and Tino Livramento also showed their admiration for Trippier, who has supported the young trio during their development over the past few seasons.

Trippier’s former Newcastle teammate Elliot Anderson also showed his appreciation by commenting with a red heart and raised hands emoji.

Anderson scored a late equaliser for Nottingham Forest against Newcastle earlier this month but has maintained a strong affinity with the club since his much-discussed £35million departure back in June 2024.