Newcastle vs Qarabag: Confirmed team news


Young defender Alex Murphy has been handed his first start for Newcastle United as the hosts make seven changes for the visit of Qarabag.

Head coach Eddie Howe has used tonight’s game as a rare chance to freshen up his team after Newcastle won the first leg of their Champions League last 16 play-off tie 6-1 last week.

Aaron Ramsdale, Sven Botman, Murphy, Joelinton, Jacob Murphy, William Osula and Harvey Barnes have all been recalled following the weekend defeat against Manchester City.

Newcastle XI: Ramsdale, Trippier, Botman, Burn, A.Murphy, Joelinton, Tonali, Woltemade, J.Murphy, Osula, Barnes.

Subs: Pope, Ruddy, Harris, Hall, Wissa, Gordon, Elanga, Willock, Shahar, Neave.



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