Newcastle United vs Atlético Madrid: Sela Cup Showdown!
St James' Park was buzzing as Newcastle United hosted Atletico Madrid as part of the Sela Weekender. The Toon Army welcomed Diego Simeone's squad for a thrilling Sela Cup encounter. The men's team faced off after the Newcastle United Women's team played Atletico de Madrid Femenino earlier in the day.
Newcastle United Women, unfortunately, suffered their first-ever defeat at St James' Park, losing 2-0 to Atletico Madrid Femenino. The match was a significant part of the Sela Weekender event on Tyneside.
Team Lineups and Substitutes
The starting XI for Atletico Madrid was: Oblak; Llorente, Ruggeri, Hancko, Le Normand; Almada, Johnny, Baena, Gallagher; Simeone, Julian Alvarez. A strong lineup showcasing their international talent.
Newcastle United's lineup featured: Pope, Ashby, Lascelles, Botman, Livramento; Tonali, Joelinton, Trippier; Elanga, Gordon, Barnes. The Magpies put out a competitive team to challenge the Spanish giants.
Newcastle's substitutes included: Ruddy, Gillespie, A Murphy, Charlton, Shahar, Neave, Kuol, Harrison, Sanusi. Plenty of options on the bench for Eddie Howe to utilise.
Key Moments and Updates
The match was filled with energy as both teams battled for supremacy. The pre-season clash provided valuable insights into the teams' preparations for the upcoming season. The absence of Alexander Isak was a talking point, with the striker unavailable for selection.
Newcastle United aimed to bounce back from their winless pre-season run, while Atletico Madrid looked to continue their strong form. St James' Park was electric with anticipation as the match unfolded.
Stay tuned for full match reports and further updates on the Sela Cup clash between Newcastle United and Atletico Madrid!