Newcastle left bruised by ’10 minutes of madness’
Newcastle United’s struggles on the road continued as they suffered a disappointing 2-1 defeat against Marseille at the Stade Velodrome in the UEFA Champions League. This loss marks the club’s only away win in the last seven months, raising concerns about their performance in high-stakes matches outside of St. James’ Park. The game showcased Newcastle’s ongoing issues with consistency and resilience, particularly when facing formidable opponents in challenging environments. Despite a promising start to their Champions League campaign, the defeat leaves the team with much to ponder as they seek to build momentum in both domestic and European competitions.
The match began with high hopes for Newcastle, who aimed to capitalize on their recent form, having shown flashes of brilliance in previous games. However, Marseille quickly asserted their dominance, with goals from Alexis Sanchez and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang putting the French side in control. Newcastle’s solitary goal came from Callum Wilson, who managed to pull one back late in the game, but it was too little, too late for the Magpies. This defeat not only highlights the team’s ongoing struggles away from home but also underscores the need for strategic adjustments as they navigate the demanding fixtures of the Champions League. With their next matches looming, Newcastle must regroup and address the weaknesses that have plagued their away performances if they hope to advance further in the tournament and improve their standing in the Premier League.
With one away win in seven months, Newcastle United’s problems on the road continue as they fall to a 2-1 defeat against Marseille at the Stade Velodrome in the Champions League.
