It is always enjoyable for football fans to delve into the vault to pull out memorable moments from years gone by.

Newcastle United supporters were treated by the club's social media team on Friday with a video of a famous goal from 1996.

On this day 21 years ago Philippe Albert scored from an audacious chip over Manchester United goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel in a 5-0 victory for the Magpies.

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The goal wrapped up the convincing win over Sir Alex Ferguson's Red Devils, and it is a sight that will continue to live long in the memory of Newcastle fans.

This season, Rafael Benitez's side are unlikely to be tipped for earn 5-0 wins over United, but they are having a relatively positive campaign since returning to the Premier League.

Currently, the North-East outfit sit ninth in the standings having won three, drawn two and lost three.

This Saturday the team will face Crystal Palace at St James' Park, but for the time being, the fans are enjoying today's throwback footage of Albert's shining moment.