What Happened
Newcastle United will face Qarabag FK in the second leg of their Champions League play-off tie on Tuesday, February 24, at 8 PM GMT at St. James’ Park. In the first leg, Newcastle secured a dominant 6-1 victory in Azerbaijan, with Anthony Gordon scoring four goals. This win has positioned Newcastle on the brink of advancing to the last 16 of the tournament.
Why It Matters
The upcoming match is crucial for Newcastle as they aim to solidify their place in the Champions League knockout stage. A win would not only confirm their advancement but also set up a potential clash with either Barcelona or Chelsea in the next round. However, Newcastle’s recent form has been mixed, having lost 2-1 to Manchester City in their last Premier League match, which ended a three-game winning streak.
What’s Next
Fans can follow the match live on TNT Sports and Amazon Prime in the UK, with additional commentary available on BBC Radio Newcastle. Highlights will be accessible on newcastleunited.com and the Official Newcastle United App after the match. Newcastle will be without key players Bruno Guimarães, Tino Livramento, and Emil Krafth due to injuries. Additionally, Malick Thiaw will miss the match due to a suspension from yellow card accumulation.
