NEWCASTLE will host French champions PSG in an epic tie at St James Park on Wednesday night.
It’s all set to be a momentous occasion in the North East as the Magpies gear up for their first Champions League clash on Tyneside for over 20 years.
Eddie Howe’s side returned to Europe’s elite competition against Italian giants AC Milan, drawing 0-0 at the San Siro.
The Toon have been in impressive form since earning their hard-thought point against the Italian giants.
Newcastle have won their last three games in all competitions beating Sheffield United, Manchester City and Burnley.
Meanwhile, PSG have had an indifferent start to their Ligue 1 season sitting fifth in the French top flight.
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Luis Enrique’s side beat Borussia Dortmund 2-0 in their glamour Champions League opener.
When is Newcastle vs PSG?
- Newcastle vs PSG will take place on Wednesday, October 4th.
- Kick off will be at 8pm BST.
- St James’ Park will host.
What TV channel is Newcastle vs PSG on and can it be live streamed?
- Newcastle vs PSG will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 2.
- TNT Sports customers can live stream all the action via the discovery+ app.
- Alternatively, you can keep up to date with all of the action by following SunSport’s live blog.
Team news
Eddie Howe will be without Harvey Barnes, Joe Willock and Sven Botman for their clash with PSG.
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Callum Wilson has missed the last two matches due to a minor hamstring issue but could feature in the glamour tie with the French giants.
Joelinton made his return from injury on Saturday against Burnley but the Brazilian only lasted four minutes before being withdrawn.
Anthony Gordon is available for Wednesday night but will be suspended for Newcastle’s next Premier League game against West Ham.
Kylian Mbappe played 90 minutes against Clermont after shaking off an ankle issue and is likely to start at St James’ Park.
Luis Enrique will be without Nuno Mendes, Marco Asensio, Presnel Kimpembe and Sergio Rico for their trip to Tyneside.
What are the odds?
- Newcastle – 6/4
- Draw – 5/2
- PSG – 13/8
*Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes and are correct at the time of publication.
Source: Soccer - thesun.co.uk
