The 1995-96 campaign for Kevin Keegan's Newcastle United, famously known as "The Entertainers," was one of soaring ambition and ultimate heartbreak, as The Magpies finished a spectacular 2nd in the Premier League. Bolstered by major signings like Les Ferdinand, whose 25 league goals earned him the PFA Players' Player of the Year award, and the mercurial David Ginola, the all-out attacking side established a commanding 12-point lead at the top by January. However, a relentless Manchester United side and a late collapse, epitomised by the unforgettable 4-3 loss to Liverpool at Anfield, saw them fall tragically short of the title. Despite the disappointment, this defining and highly nostalgic chapter secured a coveted UEFA Cup spot and remains arguably the greatest Premier League season for any runner-up.