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      Newcastle could face Uefa punishment without kicking a ball as storm throws Champions League plans into chaos

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      NEWCASTLE could face a Uefa punishment because of a storm that has disrupted their Champions League plans.Eddie Howe’s pre-match press conference was delayed by the torrential weather spreading across Europe.
      Uefa could dish out a punishment for Eddie Howe’s delayed press conferenceCredit: Getty
      Newcastle’s flight to Milan was delayed by almost three hoursCredit: Getty
      Howe and his Newcastle squad landed in Milan around 7:50pm local time on Monday night.
      Uefa rules state press conferences must take place between 12-8pm.
      Newcastle had scheduled their press conference to take place at 7pm, but stormy conditions disrupted their journey to northern Italy.
      The Magpies boss eventually spoke to the assembled media at 9pm.
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      Toon were supposed to travel to Milan Malpensa Airport at 2:30pm, but their flight only took off at 4:49pm.
      Howe revealed he and the squad were forced to wait on the runway for some time before departing.
      He said: “I believe it was a weather problem, so we were delayed taking off. We were sat on the runway for quite some time. It was nothing that’s too out of the ordinary for us. We do a lot of travelling in the UK, and it can happen from time to time. We’re here now.
      “It’s just part and parcel of the job that we do. It’s not out of the normal that that can happen. This was a weather problem, but we’ve been in similar situations.
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      “It’s been a long day for us, we had an early start and a late finish. It’s been a day of preparation, trying to get all of our game plan right and make sure we’re as well organised as we can be for tomorrow’s game. It’s been intense. As soon as the game finished against Brentford, we immediately turned our attention to this one.
      “It’s something we’re used to, although it’s a slightly later arrival time than we would have liked for the players. It’s no big deal though.
      “The thought of not coming earlier in the day was so we could do our tactical work behind closed doors. For me, that’s so important, that we get our work done and are able to work because it’s such a small amount of time between games. It was really valuable that we did that.
      “I don’t think it impacted the flight schedule, the weather did that. We wanted to train and prepare for the game, whereas if you train here then that goes out of the window.”
      And although the delay was out of the club’s control, Newcastle could still be sanctioned after breaking Article 73.
      The regulation states: “Article 73 of the UEFA regulations state: “Press conferences must start between 12.00 and 20.00 local time. Exceptions to these timings must be agreed in advance with UEFA.”
      However it is possible Uefa will let Newcastle off the hook as the bad weather was unpredictable and out of their control.
      The Magpies take on AC Milan at the San Siro on Tuesday in their first Champions League game for 20 years. More

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      Man Utd handed unexpected boost as Thomas Tuchel WON’T be in Bayern Munich dugout – and they have rivals to thank

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      MANCHESTER UNITED can thanks neighbours City for a surprise boost for Wednesday’s Champions League clash at Bayern Munich.Home boss Thomas Tuchel will serve a one-match dugout ban for a red card against Pep Guardiola’s men in last year’s quarter-finals.
      Bayern chief Thomas Tuchel will be missing from the benchCredit: Rex
      Harry Kane must be champing at the bit to take on misfiring Man UtdCredit: Getty
      United might need any help they can get against Harry Kane and Co.
      And that includes the absence of Tuchel’s animated antics pitch-side.
      The ex-Chelsea chief lost his cool in the second leg against Man City at the Allianz Arena in April.
      Tuchel was restrained by a Bayern assistant as he protested over a challenge by Aymeric Laporte on Kingsley Coman in the dying minutes.
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      But the German continued his complaints and referee Clement Turpin sent him to the stands.
      Tuchel was no doubt frustrated as Bayern were being held at 1-1, which was the final score, meaning a 4-1 exit on aggregate.
      City, of course, went on to win the Treble.
      In contrast, Erik ten Hag’s United go to the same venue after three defeats in their opening five Premier League games.
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      Ex-Tottenham striker Kane seems certain to line up against the Red Devils after four goals in four unbeaten Bundesliga matches for Bayern.
      That makes a hamstring injury for United right-back Aaron Wan-Bissaka that rules him out for a “few weeks” even more of a problem for Ten Hag.
      But midfield loanee Sofyan Amrabat is eyeing his Red Devils debut. More

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      Cristiano Ronaldo fans swarm Al-Nassr squad and chase team bus to get glimpse of superstar as he touches down in Iran

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      CRISTIANO RONALDO mania hit Iran as fans chased Al-Nassr’s team bus and flocked into the club’s hotel upon the superstar’s arrival.Huge crowds lined the streets and mobbed the bus, hoping to see Ron ahead of Tuesday’s Asian Champions League tie with Persepolis.
      Fans flocked around the bus hoping to see big names like RonaldoCredit: Instagram @alnassr
      Ron and Co got an amazing reception as they arrived for the huge cup tieCredit: Instagram @alnassr
      Al-Nassr had to amend their plans due to fans gathering in their hundredsCredit: Instagram @alnassr
      There were even claims Al-Nassr called off a training session because of the frenzy caused by hundreds of supporters.
      It shows Ronaldo’s fame has spread even wider across Asia since his switch to Saudi Arabia in January this year.
      And the hype has heightened since the summer influx to Saudi Arabia of more big names like Neymar, Karim Benzema and Aymeric Laporte.
      Ron himself has been joined at his club by Sadio Mane, whose former Liverpool team-mates Roberto Firmino, Fabinho and Jordan Henderson have switched to the same league.
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      Al-Nassr posted clips on X, formerly known as Twitter, of fans running to try to catch the yellow bus.
      Many raised their phones, desperate to take photos of the five-time Ballon d’Or winner through the vehicle’s windows. 
      Manchester United and Real Madrid legend Ron, 38, is the top overseas sporting attraction in Iran, where football is the main game.
      He has just failed to make the Ballon d’Or shortlist for the first time since 2003.
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      Such a run could be considered a compliment – but Ron’s longevity is nothing compared to the historic reputation of Persepolis.
      The town currently hosting Al-Nassr was the capital of the Persian empire from around 500 BC to 330 BC.
      And its archaeological ruins make it a World Heritage Site.
      But despite quitting football’s elite leagues Ron is far from a relic.
      And after his extra time double won the Arab Club Champions Cup for Al-Nassr in August, he is dreaming of adding Asia’s main club trophy to his five Champions League successes in Europe.
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      Milan vs Newcastle: Champions League betting tips, odds, preview and free bets

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      NEWCASTLE make their long-awaited return to the Champions League on Tuesday night with a mouth-watering tie at European giants AC Milan.As it’s such a massive occasions, SunSport have enlisted the help of their betting experts to preview the contest, and carefully select their best bets, tips and sign-up bonuses for the San Siro showdown.
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      Milan vs Newcastle preview
      As mentioned, it’s a momentous time for Newcastle and their supporters as Champions League football has arrived.
      Last season’s fourth place finish was all the club’s hierarchy, players and fans wanted come the turn of the year and they managed to stay on strongly to land themselves a spot in the top tier of European football.
      They last dined at the top table back in 2002/03 – over 20 years ago.
      Much has changed since then but one thing has remained the same – they face a Milan side in the competition.
      The Toon travel to the Italian city to take on Euro powerhouse Milan in the opening group stage tie.
      With PSG and Borussia Dortmund to come in the competition, a fast start is imperative and they could take a big scalp with a win here.
      It’s not been the best of league starts for Eddie Howe’s men, though they did get the better of Brentford on Saturday to ease the early season woes.
      There had been no such woes for Milan who’d started with the full nine points from their three games, before Saturday’s humiliating 5-1 defeat in the derby to Inter.
      They need to bounce back but Newcastle could be a tough nut to crack.
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      As Milan showed a few days ago, they can be got at and will concede chances.
      Newcastle might be a bit edgy coming into this one given the size of the task at hand, but once they settle they can show their quality from last season.
      Milan have conceded seven in their last three and Newcastle’s pace on the counter, should the game play out that way, could be huge.
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      He was rested on Saturday with this game in mind and can make a big splash here.
      Isak scored a brace on the opening day before a couple of quiet outings before the international break.
      Scored on Sweden duty and can hit fresh here, with pace and power set to cause big issues to the hosts.
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      Picked up slight injury on international duty but made the bench at the weekend.
      Likely just rested for this one as he heads back to face his old team.
      Will be a force on the ball and also keen to get one over his former employees.

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      Bayern Munich vs Man Utd: Crisis-hit United face Kane and Co in tasty Champions League clash – stream, TV, team news

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      MANCHESTER UNITED open their 2023/24 Champions League account with a tough trip to Bayern Munich – and Red Devils fans are fearing the worst.Erik ten Hag’s men were completely picked apart by Brighton at Old Trafford on the weekend.
      Manchester United got embarrassed by Brighton on the weekendCredit: Getty
      Harry Kane has scored four goals in four Bundesliga games for new side BayernCredit: Getty
      And this result follows a 3-1 defeat to Arsenal which led to Jadon Sancho being axed from the first team.
      However, the United boss will certainly feel as if his team can beat Thomas Tuchel-less Bayern who haven’t been firing on all cylinders this season.
      But the Bavarians have a prolific ex-Premier League striker up top in Harry Kane, and he’ll be desperate to add to United’s current woes.
      When is Bayern vs Man Utd?

      Manchester United travel to Bayern Munich for their opening Champions League clash on Wednesday, September 20.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 8pm BST.
      Allianz Arena in Germany is the chosen venue for this blockbuster match and it can host approximately 70,000 fans.
      Bayern sent United crashing out of the competition when the sides last met competitively in 2014.

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      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
      Bayern Munich vs Manchester United will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 2.Coverage is scheduled to commence from 7pm BST – a whole hour before kick-off.Fans can also stream the game on the TNT Sports website.Alternatively, SunSport will have coverage of the entire action through our live blog which includes pre-match and post-match reaction.
      What is the team news?
      Thomas Tuchel will not be on the sidelines due to being sent to the stands in Bayern’s final Champions League game of last season.
      And Kingsley Coman could be unavailable too after missing Friday’s draw with Bayer Leverkusen with a muscular injury.
      Legendary German keeper Manuel Neuer is also out of action after sustaining a leg break last December.
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      However, the Bayern boss is expecting to welcome new signing Raphael Guerreiro back after a muscular injury, while Harry Kane will most certainly start up top against his former Premier League rivals.
      Elsewhere, United fans could finally see summer signing Sofyan Amrabat make his debut but he’ll need to be further assessed alongside Raphael Varane and Mason Mount
      However, United have confirmed that Aaron Wan-Bissaka is out for a “few weeks” with a hamstring concern.
      Furthermore, Jadon Sancho and Antony are expected to miss out due to off-field issues.
      Sofyan Amrabat is still yet to make his debut for Manchester UnitedCredit: Getty
      What are the odds?

      Bayern to win 1/2
      Draw 17/5
      Man Utd to win 24/5

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      AC Milan invite Zlatan Ibrahimovic back to training ahead of Champions League clash against Newcastle

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      AC MILAN have invited veteran Zlatan Ibrahimovic to their training ground ahead of their Champions League clash against Newcastle.The 41-year-old hung up his boots for good in June – but has been spotted back watching training.
      AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli with Zlatan IbrahimovicCredit: Getty
      Zlatan Ibrahimovic has made a return to AC Milan after hanging up his boots in JuneCredit: Getty
      Zlatan Ibrahimović has joined AC Milan coach Stefano Pioli ahead of UCL game vs Newcastle 🔴⚫️🇸🇪This happens in the training session before the game and after losing the Milano derby on Saturday. pic.twitter.com/gjUctQU2df— Fabrizio Romano (@FabrizioRomano) September 18, 2023

      Ibrahimovic returned to AC Milan in 2020 for a second spell with the club.
      The former Swedish striker’s age finally caught up with him after he was sidelined for the remainder of last season due to a calf injury.
      He said farewell to AC Milan fans in the final Serie A match of the season against Verona.
      The former Man Utd star was snapped at AC Milan training on Monday morning.
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      The Swedish legend joined Stefano Pioli to give the squad a boost after their humiliating 5-1 defeat against rivals Inter Milan on Saturday.
      He was spotted in conversation with Pioli and assistant Giacomo Murelli as the first team warmed up.
      Pioli was forced to play striker Olivier Giroud in the Milano derby even though he was carrying an ankle injury.
      Ibrahimovic was back at his former club to watch AC Milan’s final training session before their Champion League group stage opener against Newcastle.
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      Ibrahimovic – who turns 42 in October – has no official position at the club.
      He scored 93 goals in 163 appearances for the Rossoneri.
      Zlatan scored 511 club goals while playing for illustrious clubs including Malmo, Ajax, Juventus, Barcelona, Inter, PSG, Man Utd, LA Galaxy, as well as those spells at AC Milan.
      For Sweden, he scored 62 times in 122 games and is their all-time top scorer. More

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      Arsenal vs PSV: Gunners host familiar European foes on their huge Champions League return – stream, TV, team news

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      CHAMPIONS LEAGUE football returns to the Emirates after a six-year absence – and Arsenal open up Group B against familiar foes PSV.The Gunners fell just short of lifting the 2022/23 Premier League title despite leading the race for three-quarters of the season.
      Leandro Trossard inspired the Gunners to a win against EvertonCredit: Getty
      But it meant that Mikel Arteta’s men comfortably qualified for Europe’s top-tier competition – arguably their main objective at the start of the campaign.
      Furthermore, Arsenal will have the wind in their sails after finally breaking the curse of Goodison Park on Sunday.
      However, PSV should be up for the fight as they got the better of the North London outfit when the sides last met in 2022.
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      Arsenal are unbeaten this season and picked up a big win away at Everton on Sunday – a fixture they have not won since Arsene Wenger was in charge.
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      But PSV have arguably been more impressive in domestic and European competition.
      Four wins from four in the league and a 7-3 aggregate win to beat Rangers to qualify for the Champions League means confidence will be high.
      What is the team news?
      Arteta will be sweating over the fitness of Gabriel Martinelli who sustained a hamstring injury during Arsenal’s win against Everton.
      Gabriel Martinelli was forced off during the Everton winCredit: AP
      But the Gunners gaffer can turn to Leandro Trossard who scored the winner at Goodison.
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      It will also be interesting to see whether Aaron Ramsdale reclaims his spot in goal or if Arteta sticks with summer signing David Raya.
      Elsewhere, PSV manager Peter Bosz is set to continue without the quartet of Mauro Junior (knee), Armando Obispo (knee), Fredrik Oppegard (surgery) and Jordan Teze (knock) for this encounter.
      Ones to watch
      Gabriel Jesus is yet to start this season due to injury but he will be determined to show what the Gunners have missed out on.
      He was excellent last season before his injury and his link-up play with the likes of Bukayo Saka and Gabriel Martinelli could be crucial against PSV.
      Jesus will be keen to impress if he is given his first start of the season
      Leandro Trossard could also earn a rare start after his excellent winner against Everton on Sunday.
      Joey Veerman was the stand-out player when these two sides met in the Europa League last season and he has started the season in fine form with a goal and four assists in four matches.
      Summer signing Walter Benitez could also have a busy evening on his hands between the posts.
      Joey Veerman has been in fine form this season and scored against the Gunners last season
      What have the managers said?
      Arteta said Martinelli will be touch and go while he also hit out at media after the Everton match for questioning why Aaron Ramsdale was dropped.
      He said: “I haven’t had a single question on why Gabriel hasn’t started – he has won more trophies including me in that dressing room but they don’t [ask why].
      “It is something that historically is done like this but I cannot have two players in this position and not play them.
      “David [Raya] has tremendous qualities like Aaron [Ramsdale] has and Karl [Hein] has, but we have to use them and it is like this.”
      Sunsport prediction
      Arsenal have been solid if unspectacular so far this season but PSV have made a flying start with four wins out of four in Eredivisie.
      It should be a tight affair at the Emirates but Arsenal’s quality should show, 2-1 to the Gunners.
      When is Arsenal vs PSV?

      Arsenal’s first Champions League match in six years against PSV will take place on Wednesday, September 20.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 8pm BST.
      Emirates Stadium in North London is the allocated arena for this huge encounter and it can host approximately 60,000 fans.
      PSV comfortably beat Arsenal 2-0 during last season’s Europa League group-stage clash.

      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?
      Arsenal vs PSV will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 1.Coverage is scheduled to commence from 7:45 BST – just 15 minutes before kick-off.Fans can also stream the game on the TNT Sports website.Alternatively, SunSport will have coverage of the entire action through our live blog which includes pre-match and post-match reaction.
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      What are the odds?

      Arsenal to win 4/11
      Draw 19/5
      PSV to win 17/1

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      AC Milan vs Newcastle: Magpies face Italian icons after 20-year Champions League absence – stream, TV, team news

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      NEWCASTLE make their return to the Champions League on Tuesday night after 20 long years away.And for their first assignment, they’ve been given an enticing trip to AC Milan.
      Callum Wilson secured all three points for Newcastle on the weekendCredit: Getty
      It doesn’t get much more glamorous in this competition than a trip to one of European football’s grand old cathedrals, the San Siro.
      Newcastle fans will have the hairs standing up on the backs of their necks as the Champions League’s iconic anthem is blasted out as the sun sets around Milan.
      But while it will be an occasion to savour for all involved with the Toon, boss Eddie Howe will be making one thing abundantly clear to his players.
      That this will be an extremely tough game.
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      While Newcastle are new to this level, Milan have been steadily improving in Europe under Stefano Pioli.
      Last season they were able to escape a group featuring Chelsea, Red Bull Salzburg and Dinamo Zagreb.
      They subsequently managed to make it all the way to the semi-finals, toppling Tottenham in North London and Italian champions-elect Napoli on their way.
      After being defeated by their fiercest rivals Inter in the semis, however, Pioli and Co will be desperate to go one better this time around.
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      This is bound to be an extremely competitive group, with Paris Saint-Germain hosting Borussia Dortmund across Europe in its other match on Tuesday night.
      So every game really matters, and Newcastle will be desperate to come away from Milan with something.
      The Toon are bound to learn plenty from their first taste of top-tier European football in a generation.
      But they’ll hope to not be handed too harsh a lesson by their wily European veteran opponents.
      What is their form like?
      Newcastle head into tomorrow’s match on the back of an important 1-0 win over Brentford on Saturday.
      Callum Wilson’s 64th minute penalty settled some St James’ Park nerves as the Magpies got back to winning ways following three consecutive defeats.
      Losses at Manchester City and Brighton sandwiched an extraordinary late collapse against ten-man Liverpool – denting the optimism prompted by the opening day 5-1 trouncing of Aston Villa.
      Milan are set to come out as wounded animals after being humiliated by their rivals Inter on Saturday.
      The Rossoneri were battered 5-1 by a rampant Inter, with Henrikh Mkhitaryan’s brace followed by goals for Marcus Thuram, Hakan Calhanoglu and Davide Frattesi – although Rafael Leao did pull one back.
      Prior to the shocking derby day defeat, Milan had won their opening three matches of the season.
      Newcastle beat Brentford 1-0 on SaturdayCredit: Getty
      AC Milan were thumped by Inter MilanCredit: Rex
      What is the team news and any injuries to worry about?
      Newcastle will still have to do without influential midfielder Joe Willock on Tuesday night.
      The 24-year-old has been struggling with an Achilles issue and isn’t expected back until next month at the earliest.
      Howe is also set to be without Joelinton for his first Champions League match as a manager, while Emil Krafth is a long-term absentee.
      Defender Pierre Kalulu missed Saturday’s collapse against Inter for AC Milan and is set to be out once again against the Toon.
      His centre-back partner Fikayo Tomori will return, however, having been ruled out of the Inter clash by suspension.
      Midfielder Ismael Bennacer is a long-term absentee having undergone knee surgery in May.
      Pierre Kalulu is set to miss out for AC MilanCredit: Getty
      Joelinton is missing through injuryCredit: Getty
      Who will be the star men?
      AC Milan will be hoping that Rafael Leao can be the star of the show when Newcastle come to town on Tuesday night.
      The Portuguese livewire has already grabbed two goals and an assist in four games this term – while creating seven chances.
      It will be a big night for Sandro Tonali, meanwhile, with the midfielder making a quick return to the club he left for Newcastle in the summer.
      The midfielder has already grabbed his first goal for the Toon, while he has also created three chances and made four tackles.
      Rafael Leao will be one to watch for AC Milan
      Sandro Tonali will return to his former club
      What have the managers said?
      “We always live in hope that if we produce our best performance, we can beat anybody,” Howe said over the weekend.
      “I do believe that. Bringing that A-game, bringing that to the table at the very highest level, isn’t easy but I back the players and I know if we can reach that level, we can be a match for any team.”
      Meanwhile, Pioli added: “We had a lot of faith and positivity for the derby but it didn’t go well, there’s no point hiding it.
      “It was a big disappointment, but we have the Champions League and that is good as it’s the only way to switch.”
      Stefano Pioli is hoping to quickly put the derby defeat to Inter behind himCredit: Getty
      Eddie Howe is set to manage his first Champions League matchCredit: EPA
      SunSport prediction:
      It could be a tough night for Newcastle as they return to the Champions League, with AC Milan’s extra experience possibly a deciding factor.
      With Fikayo Tomori back from suspension, Milan won’t be as leaky as they were against Inter at the weekend, and they have the quality in attack to hurt the Toon.
      SunSport says: AC Milan 2 Newcastle 1
      When is AC Milan vs Newcastle?

      Newcastle’s opening Champions League Group F encounter against AC Milan will take place TOMORROW – Tuesday, September 19.
      It is scheduled to get underway at 5:45pm BST.
      San Siro in Milan, Italy is the allocated arena for this blockbuster match and the iconic stadium can host around 80,018 fans.
      This will be the first time these footballing giants have competitively met.

      What TV channel is it on and can it be live streamed?

      AC Milan vs Newcastle will be broadcast LIVE on TNT Sports 1.
      Coverage is scheduled to commence from 5pm BST – 45 minutes before kick-off.
      Fans can also stream the game on the TNT Sports website.
      Alternatively, SunSport will have coverage of the entire action through our live blog which includes pre-match and post-match reaction.

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      What are the odds?

      AC Milan to win 6/4
      Draw 12/5
      Newcastle to win 33/20

      *Odds courtesy of Ladbrokes are correct at time of publication More