St. James’ Park will see the second leg of the match, which may lack suspense but holds significant importance. Newcastle United’s 6–1 victory in Azerbaijan went beyond just winning; it highlighted the difference in quality and depth between the two teams.
However, second legs are not solely about advancing to the next round; they are about professionalism. Newcastle needs to demonstrate they can complete the task effectively. On the other hand, Qarabag will aim to regain their pride.
This emotional context will influence how the match unfolds.
Newcastle requires calmness rather than urgency, while Qarabag seeks dignity rather than qualification.