Newcastle United have secured their place in the Champions League Round of 16 after a dominant performance against Qarabag in the knockout phase play-offs. The Premier League side triumphed 3-2 in the second leg, sealing a comprehensive 9-3 aggregate victory and continuing their impressive European campaign.

This marks a significant achievement for Newcastle, who are making their return to the Champions League after a 20-year absence. The Magpies showed their quality throughout the tie, with their attacking prowess proving too much for the Azerbaijani champions to handle. The 9-3 aggregate scoreline reflects Newcastle's superiority across both legs of the play-off tie.

Newcastle's progression to the knockout stages represents a major milestone for the club under their current ownership. The team will now prepare for the Round of 16 draw, where they could face some of Europe's elite clubs. Their comfortable victory demonstrates they can compete at this level and sets them up for an exciting continuation of their Champions League journey.