Match Pack: Newcastle United vs Athletic Club
Champions League 2025/26 - Matchday 4
After their victory against Qarabag FK, Athletic Club aims to build momentum in the Champions League, traveling with nearly 3,000 Athleticzales to St. James' Park. Ernesto Valverde's team will seek to solidify their place among the top 24 in the UCL League Phase following their recent success.
The Lions face strong opposition in Eddie Howe's Newcastle United, who have started the Champions League well. Newcastle currently sits 8th in the League Phase with two victories and one loss.
Match Details
- Competition: UEFA Champions League, League Phase
- Matchday: 4
- Date and Time: Wednesday, November 5, 18:45 CET
Ernesto Valverde has announced a 23-man squad for Wednesday night's match. Updates and comments from the coach and player Jesús are available for fans.
Newcastle United Club History
Newcastle United's origins trace back to the formation of Stanley FC in 1881. A year later, the club was renamed Newcastle East End FC. In 1892, Newcastle East End took over the facilities of the defunct Newcastle West End FC, including St. James' Park, and soon after adopted the name Newcastle United FC.
Known as "The Magpies," Newcastle is regarded as one of the most successful English football clubs. Their honors include:
- Four League titles
- Six FA Cups
- One League Cup
- One Community Shield
Newcastle United has also competed in European competitions 18 times. Their inaugural European campaign was in the 1968/69 Inter-Cities Fairs Cup, which they won.
"Newcastle United are generally considered one of the most successful teams in English football history."
Summary: Athletic Club seeks to continue progress in the Champions League against a strong Newcastle side, a historically decorated club with rich European experience.