Newcastle United head coach Eddie Howe has said that the match in Baku is a great chance for the team to reach the 1/8 finals of the Champions League.
According to Idman.Biz, he said that the team is trying to approach the game without unnecessary stress.
"This match means a lot to us. We want to approach this challenge with enthusiasm, not with pressure or a sense of responsibility. Our goal is to turn these moments into historical moments that will be talked about for a long time," the coach said.
Howe also noted the importance of the support of the fans traveling with the team, adding that the main task is to steer the game in the right direction and play high-quality football.
The coach also emphasized that the team will be without several quality players for the match.
It should be noted that the meeting will start on February 18 at 21:45 at the Tofig Bahramov Republican Stadium. The return match will take place in England on the night of February 24-25 at 00:00.