Marseille 2-1 Newcastle United: Post-match review, Stats, Key moments
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Dive into Bwin’s post-match review of Marseille 2-1 Newcastle United in the Champions League on Tuesday, 25 November 2025, with stats, key moments and our take on the match.
Marseille 2-1 Newcastle United Post-Match Review
The match began with early tension as Marseille’s L. Balerdi picked up a yellow card in the 3rd minute, setting a cautious tone, while Newcastle took the lead through H. Barnes in the 6th minute without an assist. Newcastle maintained pressure, with J. Willock booked in the 20th minute and A. Gordon cautioned in the 42nd, but Marseille’s D. Bakola also saw yellow in the 36th. The first half ended without further scoring, leaving Newcastle ahead.
Marseille turned the game around early in the second half, with P. Aubameyang equalising in the 46th minute, assisted by D. Bakola, followed by another Aubameyang goal in the 50th minute, assisted by T. Weah, to take the lead. Emerson was booked for Marseille in the 52nd, and Newcastle made a triple substitution in the 61st minute, bringing on L. Hall, A. Elanga, and L. Miley. Further cards came for Newcastle’s D. Burn in the 65th, Marseille’s M. Greenwood in the 67th and A. Vermeeren in the 83rd but Marseille held on through late substitutions to secure a 2-1 victory.
Marseille 2-1 Newcastle United Statistics
Marseille dominated possession with 58% compared to Newcastle’s 42%, which helped them control the game’s rhythm, particularly in the second half, where they converted that edge into goals. They also led in corners 11-5 and successful dribbles 67-50, reflecting better attacking intent and ability to break lines, though their five yellow cards against Newcastle’s three indicated a more fractious approach that risked disruption. Assists stood at 2 for Marseille and 0 for Newcastle, underscoring the home side’s sharper final-third combinations that ultimately decided the match.
Substitutions saw Marseille use three, with M. O’Riley replacing D. Bakola in the 62nd minute to refresh midfield, A. Gomes coming on for M. Greenwood in the 88th, and R. Vaz coming on for P. Aubameyang in the 90+2nd to manage the closing stages.
Newcastle utilised all five, starting with a triple change in the 61st, where L. Hall replaced V. Livramento, A. Elanga came on for F. Schar, and L. Miley took over from J. Murphy, followed by N. Woltemade for A. Gordon and J. Ramsey for J. Willock in the 72nd, aiming to inject energy but unable to overturn the deficit.
Key Moments from Marseille 2-1 Newcastle United
The game’s momentum shifted decisively in the second half after Newcastle’s early advantage through H. Barnes’ unassisted goal in the 6th minute. Marseille responded with P. Aubameyang’s quickfire double, first levelling in the 46th minute from D. Bakola’s assist and then taking the lead in the 50th minute via T. Weah’s setup, which capitalised on Newcastle’s defensive lapses post-interval.
Newcastle’s triple substitution in the 61st minute, seeing L. Hall replace V. Livramento, A. Elanga come on for F. Schar, and L. Miley take over from J. Murphy, aimed to regain control but couldn’t generate clear chances amid ongoing yellow cards, including D. Burn’s in the 65th. Marseille’s discipline issues, with five yellows including M. Greenwood’s in the 67th, added pressure, but their late changes, like A. Gomes replacing Greenwood in the 88th, helped see out the win without major incident.
Marseille 2-1 Newcastle United Lineups
Marseille
Marseille lined up in a 4-2-3-1 formation, allowing for solid defensive structure while enabling attacking flair through the three behind the striker, with P. Aubameyang proving pivotal in the forward role and partnerships like D. Bakola’s midfield link-up contributing to key assists.
Newcastle United
Newcastle United deployed a 3-4-2-1 shape, focusing on width from the wing-backs and creativity from the two attacking midfielders, where H. Barnes’ early goal highlighted the system’s potential for quick counters despite defensive vulnerabilities exposed later.
Bwin’s Man of the Match
P. Aubameyang earned Man of the Match honours for his brace in the 46th and 50th minutes, turning the game in Marseille’s favour with clinical finishing and constant threat, supported by effective assists that showcased his impact in the attacking third.
Updated Form Guide
Marseille
Recent Champions League matches:
- Win: 2-1 vs Newcastle United (H)
- Loss: 0-1 vs Atalanta (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Sporting CP (A)
- Win: 4-0 vs Ajax (H)
- Loss: 1-2 vs Real Madrid (A)
Newcastle United
Recent Champions League matches:
- Loss: 1-2 vs Olympique Marseille (A)
- Win: 2-0 vs Athletic Club (H)
- Win: 3-0 vs Benfica (H)
- Win: 4-0 vs Union Saint-Gilloise (A)
- Loss: 1-2 vs FC Barcelona (H)
What’s Next for Both Teams?
Marseille
Marseille can build on this comeback victory to boost confidence in their campaign, with the win highlighting their second-half resilience ahead of their next fixture against Toulouse where maintaining possession dominance will be key.
Newcastle United
Newcastle United will aim to address their inability to hold leads after this defeat, focusing on defensive solidity in their upcoming game against Everton.
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