The 2016-17 campaign delivered immediate triumph for Newcastle United as The Magpies snatched the Championship title on a dramatic final day. Leading the charge was the prolific forward Dwight Gayle, whose 23 goals proved decisive in a campaign built on Benítez's astute management and a ferocious title fight with Brighton. It was a standout year that marked their instant return to the Premier League and remains a defining chapter in the club's modern history.