Match Report
Newcastle United beat Benfica 3-0 at home in the Champions League, League Stage. Before the match, Newcastle United were 12th in the Champions League table with Benfica in 24th. Head-to-head (2013–2025): 4 matches, 1 win for Newcastle United, 2 for Benfica, 1 drawn. Newcastle United had scored 17 goals this season (2.1 per game), Benfica had 10 (1.3 per game). Newcastle United's goals came from Harvey Barnes (70'), Anthony Gordon (32'), Harvey Barnes (83'). Match stats: possession 52%-48%, shots 19-7, on target 10-2, corners 12-8. See the full match report, player ratings and detailed statistics above.
Goal scorers
Newcastle United: Harvey Barnes (70'), Anthony Gordon (32'), Harvey Barnes (83')
Key stats
Possession: Newcastle United 52% · Benfica 48% · Total shots: 19-7 · On target: 10-2 · Corners: 12-8