Greetings to all football fans! We are pleased to offer you a live online broadcast of the Newcastle United vs Qarabağ match as part of the Europe - UEFA Champions League tournament.
Match events:
| S. Tonali (1 - 0) Assist: W. Osula | 4' | |||
| Joelinton (2 - 0) Assist: H. Barnes | 6' | |||
| 51' | C. Duran (2 - 1) Assist: J. Montiel | |||
| S. Botman (3 - 1) Assist: K. Trippier | 52' | |||
| L. Hall / K. Trippier | 53' | |||
| J. Willock / S. Botman | 53' | |||
| A. Gordon / Joelinton | 54' | |||
| 57' | M. Jankovic M. Jankovic | |||
| 57' | E. Cafarquliyev (3 - 2) Assist: M. Jankovic | |||
| 62' | Kady Borges / J. Montiel | |||
| 69' | O. Kashchuk / C. Duran | |||
| Y. Wissa / W. Osula | 73' | |||
| 79' | M. Qurbanly / M. Jankovic | |||
| 79' | E. Addai / A. Zoubir | |||
| 79' | T. Bayramov / E. Cafarquliyev | |||
| 80' | Pedro Bicalho Roughing | |||
| L. Shahar / J. Murphy | 87' |
The UEFA Champions League encounters a thrilling clash as Newcastle United takes on Qarabağ on February 24th, 2026. Both teams are seeking to establish their dominance in this prestigious tournament, with Newcastle looking to capitalize on home advantage and Qarabağ aiming to upset the odds. As both sides prepare for what promises to be a captivating match, fans are eager to see how their recent form translates onto the grand stage of European football.
Kick-off: 24.02.2026, 20:00 UTC / 23:00 MSKStadium: St James' Park
Competition: UEFA Champions League
Match Preview
Newcastle United, buoyed by strong performances in the Premier League, enters this fixture with confidence. Under the guidance of their astute manager, the Magpies have shown resilience and a potent attacking style, which has seen them navigate through the early phases of the Champions League with relative ease. However, they must remain vigilant against Qarabağ, a side known for their tactical discipline and ability to spring surprises on the big stage.
Qarabağ has had a mixed bag of results in their league but have shown glimpses of their potential in the Champions League group stages. With a manager experienced in European competition, the team will be keen to exploit any vulnerabilities in Newcastle's defense. They will likely focus on maintaining possession and breaking with swift counter-attacks. Fans can expect a tactical battle where both teams will attempt to impose their style on the game.
Team Form and Analysis
Newcastle United
Newcastle's current form has been strong, cementing their place in the upper echelons of the Premier League standings. Their defense has been formidable, allowing few goals and often breaking up opposition attacks effectively. The home side's attack has been spearheaded by their star player, who has been in scintillating form this season. However, they are facing some injury concerns with a couple of key players potentially sidelined, which could influence their tactics.
Qarabağ
Qarabağ's performances in their domestic league have been inconsistent, but they possess several players with significant experience in European competitions. Their defensive unit is known for its organized shape, which could pose challenges for Newcastle's attacking efforts. In terms of injuries, they have managed to keep their squad relatively fit, allowing for a more tactical setup that could frustrate the hosts. Expect the away team to play a defensive-minded game with quick transitions to utilize their pace on the flanks.
Predicted Starting Lineups
- Newcastle United: 4-3-3
- GK: Nick Pope
- DEF: Kieran Trippier, Fabian Schär, Sven Botman, Dan Burn
- MID: Bruno Guimarães, Sean Longstaff, Joelinton
- FWD: Miguel Almirón, Callum Wilson, Alexander Isak
- Qarabağ: 4-2-3-1
- GK: Sehic
- DEF: Agayeva, Medvedev, Guliyev, Huseynov
- MID: Tofiq, Makhmudov
- FWD: Emil Balayev, Pospelov, Owusu, Zubir
Match Prediction
- Main Prediction: Newcastle United to Win - Their home advantage and recent form make them favorites against Qarabağ.
- Total Goals Prediction: Under 2.5 Goals - The match is likely to be tightly contested, with both defenses holding firm.