Newcastle United Again Feels Champions League Atmosphere After 20 Years Of Waiting, Eddie Howe: Big Advantages

JAKARTA - Newcastle United achieved a major achievement after holding back the Leicester City draw in Week 37 of the English Premier League 2022/2023. The result in that match brought them back to the Champions League next season after a 20-year absence.

Competing at St James' Park, Tuesday, May 23 in the morning WIB, Newcastle, who was the host, actually appeared dominant. But they failed to break into Leicester's goal which was struggling to escape relegation.

Even though 23 attempts have been made by Newcastle to break the deadlock. Although the results are relatively disappointing, one point is enough to perpetuate Newcastle's path to the Champions League.

With a collection of 70 points, Newcastle is certain to be safe in the top four of the final standings. They will no longer be able to be chased by Liverpool who sit in fifth position with 66 points.

Although in the end having to share points with Leicester, Newcastle's status in qualifying for the 2024/2025 Champions League is a relief for the team, including the manager, Eddie Howe.

"It's a great relief, a beautiful night for the fans. It's a general reaction to what we've achieved, great. It's a great night for us," Eddie Howe said after the match.

Newcastle last appeared in the Champions League in the 2003/2004. At that time they failed to penetrate the group stage after losing to Partizan Belgrade in the third qualifying round.

The Magpies last appeared in the group stage when the Champions League was still wearing a group phase twice format.

Meanwhile, one ticket remaining for next season's Champions League is almost certain to belong to Manchester United. The Red Devils currently have 69 points but have only played 36 times, with that note they only need one more point to ensure Liverpool appear in the Europa League.