In a sensational return to Champions League football at St James’ Park, Newcastle United delivered a commanding 4-1 victory against Paris Saint-Germain, marking a triumphant moment in the club’s European history.
The highly charged atmosphere on Tyneside overwhelmed the French champions, including superstar Kylian Mbappe, as Eddie Howe’s side secured a well-deserved win in Newcastle’s first home game in Europe’s elite competition since 2003.
The Toon Army transformed St James’ Park into a sea of black and white, with Miguel Almiron igniting celebrations by giving Newcastle a 17th-minute lead. PSG goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma’s attempt to save Alexander Isak’s shot only resulted in a rebound that Almiron capitalised on.
Italy keeper Donnarumma faced more challenges as Dan Burn’s towering header crossed the line six minutes before halftime, prompting VAR to confirm the goal after an offside check.
Sean Longstaff extended Newcastle’s lead to 3-0 after the break, capitalising on Donnarumma’s poor block attempt. PSG managed a brief response with Lucas Hernandez’s header in the 56th minute, but the night belonged to Newcastle.
The icing on the cake came in stoppage time when Swiss centre-back Fabian Schar curled a stunning shot into the top corner from the edge of the box, sealing a memorable 4-1 triumph.
Newcastle’s victory sparked a party atmosphere on Tyneside, with midfielder Sean Longstaff expressing the magnitude of the moment. He remarked, “I am lost for words really. I am so proud to be from Newcastle, and I am over the moon.”
The historic win rejuvenates Newcastle’s Champions League campaign and cements their return to top-tier European competition in spectacular fashion.
