Benfica boss Jose Mourinho was seen approaching a Newcastle United player at the end of their UEFA Champions League clash. On Tuesday night, Benfica arrived at St. James' Park looking to get their first win in this season's Champions League campaign.

Nick Pope is sometimes criticised for his ability to play with his feet, but you will not see a goalkeeper produce a better assist than the one he provided for Harvey Barnes to score Newcastle United’s crucial second goal.

Newcastle play against Benfica in the league stage Matchday 3 of the 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League. Check out the kickoff times and details on how to watch the match live on TV or stream it online in the United States.

Newcastle improved their chances of qualifying directly for the Champions League last 16 by beating Jose Mourinho's Benfica at St James' Park.

Benfica head coach Jose Mourinho hailed Newcastle United’s man of the match Anthony Gordon following Tuesday’s Champions League clash at St James’ Park. Gordon opened the scoring before assisting the second of Harvey Barnes’ two goals as Newcastle secured a comfortable 3-0 win.

Newcastle boss Eddie Howe, speaking to TNT Sports: "I am really pleased. Benfica are a very good team so we had to show our quality. I thought we were patient, we had chances and didn't score early but we kept at it.

Newcastle will face Benfica in the League stage Matchday 3 of the 2025/2026 UEFA Champions League. Find here the kickoff times and how to watch the game on TV or via streaming in the USA.