AC Milan vs Newcastle – Champions League LIVE: Sandro Tonali takes on former club as Magpies return to Europe’s elite competition after two decades

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Follow Mail Sport’s live blog for the latest results, team news and updates Newcastle make their return to the Champions League in return for AC Milan at the San Siro.

Eddie McKay update: ‘okay and stable in hospital’

Newcastle’s return to Europe was marred by the sad news that Eddie McKay, a fan, was stabbed by a machete-wielding gang last night.

In a relieving update, Craig Hope tells us he is in stable condition and is in hospital talking. It is hoped he can return to Tyneside within the next 48 hours.

Our best wishes go out to Eddie and his family for his recovery. No one should have to experience this.

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Newcastle fever hits Milan

Newcastle’s fans are often known as the most passionate in the country, and now they have the chance to show Europe what they are about.

They went out en masse to show their support for the traveling team.

Here are some of the best photos so far.

Newcastle United fans pose for a photo outside ahead of the UEFA Champions League Group F match at San Siro, Milan.  Photo date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023. PA Photo.  See PA story FOOTBALL Newcastle.  Photo credit should read as follows: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire RESTRICTIONS: Use subject to restrictions.  Editorial use only, no commercial use without prior permission from the rights holder.
Newcastle fans crowd the Naviglio Grande Channel ahead of the start of the Champions League Group F football match between AC Milan and Newcastle at the San Siro Stadium in Milan, Italy, Tuesday, September 19, 2023. (AP Photo/Luca Bruno )
Newcastle United fans pose for a photo outside ahead of the UEFA Champions League Group F match at San Siro, Milan.  Photo date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023. PA Photo.  See PA story FOOTBALL Newcastle.  Photo credit should read as follows: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire RESTRICTIONS: Use subject to restrictions.  Editorial use only, no commercial use without prior permission from the rights holder.
Newcastle United fans ahead of the UEFA Champions League Group F match at San Siro, Milan.  Photo date: Tuesday, September 19, 2023. PA Photo.  See PA story FOOTBALL Newcastle.  Photo credit should read as follows: Owen Humphreys/PA Wire RESTRICTIONS: Use subject to restrictions.  Editorial use only, no commercial use without prior permission from the rights holder.

Hello and welcome

Good afternoon and welcome to Mail Sport’s live blog on Newcastle United’s return to the Champions League!

The last time they were in the group stages was in the 2003/04 season, and although they have been dragged into what many call the group of death, try telling the Toon faithful that they won’t impress this year. of Europe’s premier competition.

We’re bringing you all the build-up and action here, so don’t go anywhere.