Newcastle United is set to face Athletic Bilbao at St. James Park, aiming to win their third UEFA Champions League match in a row. The Magpies are looking to recover from a surprise defeat against West Ham.
What's at Stake?
Newcastle United's position in the top 8 spots is on the line, and a win against Athletic Bilbao would help them maintain a direct path to the playoffs.
Previous Encounters
The last time both teams met was in a summer friendly match in 2022, where Newcastle United emerged victorious with goals from Allan Saint-Maximin and Callum Wilson.
Predicted Lineups
According to SofaScore, the predicted starting lineups for Newcastle United vs Athletic Bilbao are:
| Position | Newcastle United | Athletic Bilbao |
|---|---|---|
| Goalkeeper | Nick Pope | Unai Simón |
| Defenders | Kieran Trippier, Malick Thiaw, Sven Botman, Dan Burn | Andoni Gorosabel, Aymeric Laporte, Aitor Paredes, Yuri Berchiche |
| Midfielders | Bruno Guimaraes, Sandro Tonali, Joelington | Mikel Jauregizar, Alejandro Rego, Oihan Sancet |
| Attackers | Jacob Murphy, Nick Woltemade, Harvey Barnes | Alex Berenguer, Nico Williams, Gorka Guruzeta |
As of June 27, 2026, Newcastle United stands 12th in the Premier League with 49 points, having scored 53 goals and conceded 55. They are 36 points behind leaders Arsenal. The team's recent form has been LWDWL, and they will look to improve this record with a win against Athletic Bilbao.
