Newcastle is set to face a tough challenge as they prepare to take on Borussia Dortmund at St James’ Park. After an impressive victory over Paris Saint-Germain in their first Champions League match in 20 years, the Magpies will be looking to continue their winning momentum.
Eddie Howe’s side has been in great form, remaining unbeaten in the group stages and securing a draw against AC Milan and a stunning victory over PSG. However, the demands of balancing Premier League and European football may take a toll on a squad that lacks the depth of other top teams.
Dortmund has been performing well this season, with just one loss in 11 matches. They suffered a defeat to PSG in their Group F opener.
Here’s everything you need to know about the upcoming match:
When is Newcastle vs Borussia Dortmund?
The match is scheduled for Wednesday, October 25, with a kickoff time of 8 pm BST.
How can I watch it?
UK viewers can catch the live action of Newcastle vs Dortmund on TNT Sports 2, starting from 7 pm BST. Alternatively, the game can be streamed via the Discovery+ app.
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Team news
The main focus will be on the outcome of the investigation into breaches of betting rules involving midfielder Sandro Tonali. A ban is expected to be announced prior to the match. Additionally, Sven Botman is sidelined with a knee problem, and Matt Ritchie, Javier Manquillo, and Harvey Barnes will also miss the game. Joe Willock is back in training but may not be ready for Wednesday’s match.
For Dortmund, Julian Ryerson is expected to be unavailable due to illness, while Mateu Morey and Thomas Meunier are dealing with long-term injuries.
Odds
Newcastle 13/20
Draw 31/10
Dortmund 4/1
Prediction
It is expected to be a tightly contested match, but Newcastle may lack the same energy and motivation they displayed against PSG. The prediction is a 1-1 draw between Newcastle and Dortmund.
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