Newcastle United is gearing up for another Champions League match this Wednesday. Captain Jamaal Lascelles is confident that the team’s intensity, especially when playing at St James’ Park with the support of their fans, is unmatched by any other team. Lascelles, who has been a regular starter due to Sven Botman’s injury, attributes their famous win over PSG to this intensity.
In an interview featured in the club’s matchday program, Lascelles stated, “When we play here, nobody can rival our level of intensity, passion, and hunger, not to mention the sheer volume and enthusiasm of our fans. It can be intimidating for anyone, regardless of their skill.
We always have the fans behind us, and it’s our responsibility as players to start matches with high intensity, aggression, and a fast-paced approach. If we excel in that aspect, the rest will fall into place. This is precisely what the manager expected from us, and I believe we executed it flawlessly against PSG.”
The next challenge for Newcastle United in the Champions League is against Bundesliga side Borussia Dortmund, who are still seeking their first victory in the competition. They suffered a defeat against PSG in their opening match and managed only a goalless draw against AC Milan in their last outing.