Newcastle vs Benfica: Goals and Highlights
Summary
Newcastle United won 3-0 at St James’ Park on October 21, 2025, their first back-to-back wins in the Champions League for 22 years. Harvey Barnes scored twice and Anthony Gordon got the other, beating José Mourinho’s Benfica.
The Magpies were dominant with high press and clinical finishing, Benfica struggled after Dodi Lukebakio hit the post early. Newcastle’s win in front of a loud crowd put them 12th in the group with 7 points.
Goals
Newcastle scored in the 32nd minute when Bruno Guimarães won the ball back from Benfica and set up Jacob Murphy, whose low cross was tapped in by Anthony Gordon at the back post. The second goal came in the 70th minute when Nick Pope launched a 65-yard throw to Harvey Barnes, who ran down the right and shot low past Anatoliy Trubin. Harvey Barnes sealed the 3-0 win in the 83rd minute, sliding a precise shot under Trubin after a nice move involving Anthony Gordon and Nick Woltemade.
Man of the Match
Harvey Barnes was Man of the Match for his two goals, pace and precision. Anthony Gordon was a threat all game, scored and assisted, Bruno Guimarães controlled the midfield. Nick Pope’s saves and throw in assist were key. For Benfica Dodi Lukebakio and João Félix had moments but couldn’t break Newcastle’s defence.
