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NEWCASTLE VS QARABAG - EUROPE: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, KNOCKOUT ROUND PLAY-OFF MATCH PREVIEW
EUROPE: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, KNOCKOUT ROUND PLAY-OFF MATCH DETAILS: NEWCASTLE VS QARABAG
As Newcastle prepare to host Qarabag on February 24, 2026, with kick-off at 21:00, this EUROPE: Champions League, Knockout Round Play-off fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.
NEWCASTLE PREVIEW IN EUROPE: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, KNOCKOUT ROUND PLAY-OFF
Newcastle, currently 12th in the standings with 0 points from 0 games, are close to the leaders with only 0 points separating them. They've earned 0 points from 0 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 1 win in their last five matches.
They've shown a very solid defensive record, conceding only 1 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.
QARABAG PREVIEW IN EUROPE: CHAMPIONS LEAGUE, KNOCKOUT ROUND PLAY-OFF
Qarabag, sitting 15th with 0 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 0 points from 0 games this season.
Their recent form has been weak, with 1 loss in their last five matches.
They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals.
At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 1 goals scored.
HEAD-TO-HEAD AND TACTICAL CONTEXT FOR NEWCASTLE VS QARABAG
Recent meetings between Newcastle and Qarabag have favored Newcastle, with Qarabag claiming victory in their most recent clash (6-1).
Head-to-head results have gone either way in the last few seasons.
In their previous league match against Qarabag, Newcastle recorded a 6-1 victory while lining up in a 4-2-3-1 formation.
Their starting XI featured Pope, Hall, Burn, Thiaw, Trippier, Willock, Tonali, Barnes, Woltemade, Elanga, Gordon. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
Qarabag's last outing came against Newcastle, where they secured a 1-6 defeat using a 4-2-3-1 system.
Their starting XI featured Kochalski, Cafarquliyev, Medina, Mustafazada , Silva, Jankovic, Bicalho, Zoubir, Montiel, Andrade, Duran. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.
Looking ahead, Newcastle are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Newcastle and Qarabag are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.
GOAL TRENDS AND PREDICTION FOR NEWCASTLE VS QARABAG
Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Newcastle's fixtures have averaged 3.5 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Qarabag's games average 3.4 goals, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.
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