Sports · 25 February 2026

Newcastle reach Champions League last 16 for first time

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Newcastle United reached the Champions League last 16 for the first time in the club's history, beating Qarabag 3-2 at St James' Park on Tuesday to win the tie 9-3 on aggregate. Sandro Tonali and Joelinton scored inside six minutes before Sven Botman added a second-half header. Newcastle are now the top scorers in the competition this season with 26 goals, and will face either Chelsea or Barcelona in the next round — the draw takes place in Switzerland on Friday.

By BriefTea Editorial · 25 February 2026 at 5:01

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