Betting Lines: Newcastle favored (Line: NEW -245) | O/U: 2.5
Resume Check
FK Qarabag
• Recent Form (UCL results):
• L vs Liverpool (0–6)
• W vs Eintracht Frankfurt (3–2)
• L vs Ajax (2–4)
• L vs Napoli (0–2)
• D vs Chelsea (2–2)
Qarabag’s UCL performance has shown they can score (against Frankfurt), but they also struggle defensively, as seen in the match against Liverpool.
Newcastle United
• Recent Form (All Competitions):
• W vs Aston Villa (3–1)
• W vs Tottenham (2–1)
• L vs Brentford (2–3)
• L vs Manchester City (1–3)
• L vs Liverpool (1–4)
Newcastle has shown strong abilities, winning two recent matches. However, they have also faced issues with defensive performances leading to losses.
Last Head-to-Head
• First competitive meeting (no previous encounters).
Players to Watch
FK Qarabag
• Camilo Durán (4 UCL goals) — The main scorer for Qarabag; likely to score if they find the net.
• Leandro Andrade (3 UCL goals) — Can exploit chances during transitions.
• Marko Janković (2 UCL assists) — Key playmaker; his deliveries are crucial for Qarabag’s success.
Newcastle United
• Anthony Gordon (6 UCL goals, 2 assists) — A key player for Newcastle, impactful in tough situations.
• Harvey Barnes (5 UCL goals) — Important for scoring, especially against a deep-lying defense.
• Jacob Murphy (2 assists) — His accurate passes can significantly influence the game.
How Qarabag Win
• Create chaos in the first 20 minutes: press strongly, and gain throw-ins or corners to leverage crowd support.
• Focus on defending the central area — direct Newcastle towards wide areas, then have numbers to defend crosses.
• Make the most of few chances—scoring efficiently is essential for Qarabag.
How Newcastle Win
• Start strong: control possession to settle the match and minimize risks.
• Target spaces around Qarabag’s midfield—this is where Newcastle’s key players can make an impact.
• Avoid costly turnovers. A composed away performance will be vital for winning.
Prediction: Newcastle is expected to leverage their attacking strength, while Qarabag must aim to keep the match tense. Newcastle’s players are likely to secure enough opportunities through Gordon and Barnes to gain an advantage, even with the potential for a tense moment.
Newcastle United 3, FK Qarabag 1