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There were plenty of contenders for the official UEFA Champions League team of the round after this midweek action.

The third round of matches in the top European competition.

When it comes to games that might have produced these contenders, did St James’ Park serve up any contenders…?

Newcastle United with a magnificent 3-0 victory over Benfica.

Eddie Howe’s side with an excellent victory that ensures they are in the top eight qualifying places with three of the eight matches played.

What about the individuals though?

One Newcastle United star from Tuesday night’s match making this official UEFA Champions League team of the round.

Anthony Gordon in scintillating form, getting his fourth Champions League goal in three games and providing a quality assist for Harvey Barnes to score the third goal.

Newcastle 3 Benfica 0 – Tuesday 21 October 2025 8pm

(Stats via BBC Sport)

Goals:

Newcastle United:

Gordon 32, Barnes 70,83

Benfica:

Possession was Newcastle 52% Benfica 48%

Total shots were Newcastle 19 Benfica 7

Shots on target were Newcastle 10 Benfica 2

Corners were Newcastle 12 Benfica 8

Touches in the box Newcastle 38 Benfica 12

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