What Happened
Newcastle United is set to face Qarabag FK in the second leg of their Champions League play-off tie on Tuesday, February 24, at St. James’ Park. The first leg ended in a decisive 6-1 victory for Newcastle, with Anthony Gordon scoring four goals. This win has put Newcastle in a strong position to advance to the last 16 of the tournament.
Why It Matters
The match is crucial for Newcastle, who are looking to solidify their place in the Champions League knockout stages. Despite their impressive performance in the first leg, Newcastle’s recent form has been inconsistent, highlighted by a 2-1 loss to Manchester City in the Premier League. The team will be without key players Bruno Guimarães, Tino Livramento, and Emil Krafth due to injuries, while Malick Thiaw will serve a one-match ban after receiving a yellow card in the first leg.
What’s Next
Fans can follow the match live on TNT Sports and Amazon Prime in the UK, with coverage starting at 18:30. Commentary will also be available on BBC Radio Newcastle. Following the match, highlights will be accessible on newcastleunited.com and the Official Newcastle United App. A victory for Newcastle would set up a last-16 clash against either Barcelona or Chelsea.
