"This was our target at the start of the season. We discussed various things and to get to the knockout stages was there for us, and we felt we could achieve it with the players we have. It's been a really exciting phase of this competition. We've really enjoyed the different challenges."
"The knockout stage will be a different challenge for us at the sharp end against elite teams, so we've got everything to look forward to. But at the back of my mind, we have to get our Premier League form back to where we want it to be and that will give us the best chance to do well in this competition as well."
"Newcastle became just the third English team to score 9+ goals in a Champions League knockout-stage tie, after Manchester City against Schalke in 2018-19 (10) and Arsenal against PSV last season (nine). The Magpies have now scored more goals than any other side in UEFA's flagship competition this season (26)."
Newcastle United secured Champions League last-16 qualification with a 3-2 victory over Qarabag at St. James' Park, completing a 9-3 aggregate triumph. Sandro Tonali and Joelinton scored early goals before Qarabag pulled one back. Sven Botman restored Newcastle's two-goal advantage with a header, though Qarabag scored again despite a penalty save by Aaron Ramsdale. This result made Newcastle the third English team to score 9+ goals in a Champions League knockout tie. The Magpies have scored 26 goals this season, the most of any team, while Qarabag conceded 30 goals, a competition record. Manager Eddie Howe confirmed qualifying for the last 16 was their stated objective and emphasized the need to improve Premier League form.
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