Match Timeline

Newcastle United
AZ Alkmaar
  • KO
  • 8
  • 22
  • 23
  • 31
  • 37
  • HT
  • 59
  • 65
  • 65
  • 73
  • 73
  • 77
  • 83
  • FT

Match Commentary

92'
A confident and impressive display by the Magpies hands Newcastle the advantage heading into the second half. Martins was the star of the show with a brace, but AZ had chances to cut Newcastle's advantage and will need a clinical performance in the return leg in order to progress.
92'
FULL-TIME: NEWCASTLE 4-2 AZ ALKMAAR
91'
The visitors look weary and tired and as a result are giving the ball away at this crucial stage. Newcastle should hold on now.
Match Stats
NEWAZ
Possession
47%
5347
53%
Shots on Goal
5
6
Shot Attempts
8
8
Yellow Cards
0
1
Corner Kicks
3
1
Saves
5
5