Overview
- The result marked Newcastle's third straight Champions League win and fifth consecutive home victory, lifting them to sixth with a six‑point cushion over 25th as the top 24 advance.
- Dan Burn opened the scoring in the 11th minute with a guided header from a Kieran Trippier free‑kick that Eddie Howe confirmed was a training‑ground routine.
- Joelinton doubled the lead three minutes after the restart, powering in a header from Harvey Barnes' cross to seal the points at St James' Park.
- Burn was withdrawn on 65 minutes after a knock but is expected to be available for Brentford, while Lewis Hall logged a managed 24‑minute return from a hamstring injury that Howe praised.
- The victory brings an estimated £1.85 million UEFA win bonus, and the night was noted for respectful exchanges between supporters, including Athletic’s courteous message on X.