Key Highlights
- Newcastle United faces Qarabag in the UEFA Champions League play-offs.
- The match will take place on February 18 at the Azersun Arena.
- Newcastle narrowly missed out on a top-eight spot in the league phase.
- Qarabag aims to overturn their poor record against English teams.
UEFA Champions League Play-Offs: A Tense Battle for Glory
The UEFA Champions League play-offs are shaping up to be a thrilling contest, with Newcastle United facing Qarabag in an important match that could define their European future. Newcastle finished 12th in the league phase and narrowly missed out on a top-eight spot. Their draw against reigning champions Paris Saint-Germain was a creditable performance but not enough to secure a place among the elite.
History at Stake
For Newcastle, this play-off match represents their first-ever appearance in the knockout rounds of the UEFA Champions League. The club is eager to make history and emulate the success of their French counterparts from last term. While Newcastle’s path was made easier by a draw with Paris Saint-Germain at the Parc des Princes on the final night of the league phase., they now face Qarabag, who are looking to overturn a nine-match losing streak against English teams.
Live Streaming Options
Fans in the UK can catch every second of the action live on TNT Sports and discovery+. The match will kick off at 17:45 UK time, with coverage starting at 17:00. TNT Sports is available across all major TV platforms, offering a line-up of up to four TV channels (TNT Sports 1, TNT Sports 2, TNT Sports 3, TNT Sports 4), and up to six digital or red-button channels (TNT Sports 5 to 10), and TNT Sports Ultimate plus TNT Sports Box Office HD.
Where to Watch
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So will Newcastle make history or fall short? You decide.