Match statistics snapshot
- Newcastle created the clearer chances on xG (2.63 vs 0.33, Δ 2.30).
- Newcastle fired more attempts (19 vs 7 shots).
- Newcastle was more accurate in front of goal (53% on target vs 29%).
Shot volume, box entries, and chance quality — who threatened the goal more.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Benfica |
|---|---|---|
| 2.63Lead | Expected goals (xG) | 0.33 |
| 2 | Offsides | 1Lead |
| 13Lead | Shots inside the box | 2 |
| Shots off target |
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| 3 |
| 10Lead | Shots on target | 2 |
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| 6Lead | Shots outside the box | 5 |
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| 19Lead | Total shots | 7 |
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How each side moved the ball and shared control of the match.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Benfica |
|---|---|---|
| 52%Lead | Ball possession | 48% |
| 84%Lead | Pass accuracy | 81% |
| 352Lead | Accurate passes | 315 |
| 417Lead | Total passes | 388 |
Dead-ball situations that can swing momentum and territory.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Benfica |
|---|---|---|
| 12Lead | Corner kicks | 8 |
Blocks, saves, and how much danger was actually allowed.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Benfica |
|---|---|---|
| 5Lead | Blocked shots | 2 |
| 2 | Goalkeeper saves | 7Lead |
| 0.16 | Goals prevented | 0.16 |
Physical intensity and referee involvement — fouls and cards.
| Newcastle | Statistic | Benfica |
|---|---|---|
| 16 | Fouls | 7Lead |
| Red cards | ||
| 1 | Yellow cards | 1 |