Newcastle United’s European resurgence isn’t just a victory for the Tyneside faithful—it’s a historic moment for English coaching. Following Newcastle’s 3–2 win over Qarabağ FK on Tuesday, February 24, 2026, Eddie Howe has officially set a new record for the most victories by an English manager in a single Champions League season.
With 6 wins across the league phase and the knockout playoffs, Howe has moved into uncharted territory, surpassing some of the most iconic names in British football history.
The Leaderboard: England’s Elite in Europe
Before this season, the benchmark for English managers in a single UCL campaign stood at five wins. Howe has now stood alone at the top of that mountain.
Eddie Howe,Newcastle,2025/26,6,Round of 16 (Ongoing)
Sir Bobby Robson,Newcastle,2002/03,5,Second Group Stage
Graham Potter,Chelsea,2022/23,5,Quarter-Finals
Harry Redknapp,Tottenham,2010/11,4,Quarter-Finals
Stat Check: It has been 42 years since an English manager won Europe's top prize (Joe Fagan with Liverpool in 1984). While Howe still has a long way to go for the trophy, he has already proven that English managers can compete with the tactical elite of the modern era.
The "Howe" Way: Breaking the Glass Ceiling
What makes this record even more impressive is the context of Newcastle's campaign. Howe has managed this feat by:
Navigating the New Format: Effectively managing a 10-game schedule (including playoffs) while maintaining high intensity.
The "Baku to Gallowgate" Sweep: Winning both legs of a high-pressure knockout tie to secure progress.
Tactical Versatility: Transitioning from an underdog "counter-attacking" side in the league phase to a dominant, high-scoring machine in the playoffs.
The Verdict: Eddie Howe has spent years being labeled a "domestic" specialist, but this record confirms he is a world-class operator. With the Round of 16 ahead, he has a massive opportunity to extend this record even further and perhaps become the first Englishman to reach a UCL semi-final since the rebrand.