Key Takeaways:
- Newcastle United fell 1-2 to Olympique Marseille, marking their first Champions League defeat of the season
- Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang netted both goals for Marseille, completing a swift comeback
- Harvey Barnes opened the scoring for Newcastle, but their three-match winning streak ended in France
Match Overview
Newcastle United suffered their maiden loss in this season’s Champions League campaign, going down 1-2 away to Olympique Marseille. The deciding factor proved to be Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang, who struck twice in quick succession during the second half to secure all three points for the hosts. Harvey Barnes found the net for the Tyneside club.
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First-Half Action
The visitors made a confident start in France, taking the lead after a precise move that saw Anthony Gordon and Sandro Tonali combine effectively on the flank. Their exchange allowed Harvey Barnes to finish clinically and hand Newcastle the advantage.
Eddie Howe’s side maintained their lead going into the break, having controlled much of the first period and fending off Marseille’s early advances.
Second-Half Turnaround
The momentum shifted rapidly after the restart. Marseille drew level in the 46th minute thanks to Aubameyang’s composed finish, capitalising immediately on the restart. Just four minutes later, Aubameyang struck again, overturning the scoreline and putting the French side ahead on 50 minutes.
This sequence seemed to upset Newcastle’s rhythm, and they struggled to regain their footing for the remainder of the match. Goalkeeper Nick Pope was called into action several times, producing critical saves to keep the scoreline respectable and prevent a more decisive defeat.
| Team | Goals | Goal Scorers |
|---|---|---|
| Olympique Marseille | 2 | Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang (46′, 50′) |
| Newcastle United | 1 | Harvey Barnes (6′) |
Impact on Champions League Campaign
This result ends Newcastle United’s run of three consecutive victories in all competitions, while Marseille celebrated their second success of the Champions League season. Despite the defeat, Newcastle will look to regroup, while Marseille gain significant momentum as the league stage continues.
