Qarabag vs Newcastle Tips, Prediction & 20/1 Bet Builder
Qarabag and Newcastle lock horns in the first leg of their Champions League knockout phase play-off tie on Wednesday evening.
A place in the Round of 16 has come into sharp focus, and this will represent the first time these sides have met in a UEFA competition.
To set the tone and build up anticipation for the first leg, we’ve shared some value tips and the best free bets around.
Qarabag vs Newcastle Tips
Check out our football betting tips and a bet builder tip ahead of the Champions League knockout tie.
Tip 1: Newcastle to Win to Nil
Newcastle may have had a bumpy road lately from a domestic point of view, but the Champions League has provided some respite.
Well, they finished just outside the top eight (12th), and they were fairly resolute at the back, conceding just seven in the league stage.
Qarabag, meanwhile, are second in the Azerbaijan league, but Europe’s elite competition proved to be more of a struggle as they eked through to the play-offs, finishing 22nd in the league phase.
More disconcertingly, apart from being the only Azerbaijan team to get to this stage, they are winless in their past nine clashes against English opposition (D1 L8).
It’s hard to see them getting a result against Newcastle. I think the Magpies will stamp their authority in the first leg, and the win-to-nil line is worth considering.
Tip 2: First Goalscorer (Harvey Barnes)
Harvey Barnes was electrifying during the group stage, netting five times.
Although his team-mate Anthony Gordon (six) was more prolific, Barnes ran defences ragged, and he was often the difference maker.
While Barnes hasn’t scored in all competitions since his strike against PSV Eindhoven last month, a run of seven games to be precise, I’m backing him to find the target.
To add value, I’ve gone with Barnes to be the first goalscorer and break the deadlock on the night.
Tip 3: Newcastle to Win to Nil, Newcastle Over 2.5 Goals, Over 12.5 Corners
Newcastle’s last clean sheet came against Eindhoven in the league phase, and they have had a tough time of late on the domestic front. However, they may find things slightly smoother against Qarabag, and the Magpies to win to nil is a good way to start your bet builder.
In each of Newcastle’s last three games, they have scored at least two goals. Scoring goals, therefore, hasn’t been a problem for Eddie Howe’s side, and they should carve out ample chances against Qarabag. Over 2.5 goals certainly seems attainable and worth adding.
Complete your bet builder by leaning into the corner market. While we don’t have any previous stats to go on, Newcastle will look to pile on the pressure from dead-ball situations. Over 12.5 corners across the 90 minutes is tempting, and Newcastle could dominate the corner count.
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Where to watch Qarabag vs Newcastle
Here's how you can watch this crucial Champions League game.
TV Channel
In the UK, the Qarabag vs Newcastle Champions League fixture will be shown live on TNT Sports 1, which is available on pay-TV platforms including Sky, Virgin Media and BT TV.
Live stream information
You can live-stream Qarabag vs Newcastle on discovery+ in the UK if you have a TNT Sports subscription, with access available via discovery+ on smart TVs, phones, tablets, games consoles and web browsers. This lets you watch the Champions League match live online if you’re not watching on linear TV.
Qarabag vs Newcastle Match Information
Here's all the information you need before the action unfolds.
Kick-Off Time
The Qarabag vs Newcastle United first-leg Champions League play-off match is scheduled to kick off at 5:45pm.
Fixture Date
This UEFA Champions League 2025-26 first-leg play-off fixture between Qarabag and Newcastle United takes place on Wednesday 18 February 2026, with the return leg later in the week at St James’ Park.
Stadium
The match will be played at the Tofiq Bahramov Republican Stadium in Baku, Azerbaijan, where Qarabag host this crucial European tie as part of the knockout round play-offs.
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