At Lotto Park on Wednesday evening, Newcastle United delivered a resounding 4-0 victory over Union St. Gilloise in UEFA Champions League League Stage action—a result that reverberates well beyond Brussels as the Magpies claim their first points of the campaign in emphatic fashion.

Anthony Gordon proved the hero, converting two cool, clinical penalties that set Newcastle firmly on course for a dominant night. From the opening whistle, Eddie Howe’s side displayed a clear intent, pressing energetically and controlling midfield through strong performances by Bruno Guimarães and Joelinton. The breakthrough came midway through the first half, when Union’s defense was stretched and Gordon, undaunted, tucked away his first spot kick with precision.

Not content to sit back, Newcastle ramped up the pressure after the break. The second half saw a revitalized attack, with Alexander Isak menacing Union’s back line, culminating in a well-worked goal that doubled the visitors’ lead and silenced the home crowd. Newcastle’s front three consistently found pockets of space, exploiting defensive lapses, and Gordon’s second penalty—deserved after relentless attacking play—effectively sealed the contest. Late in the match, substitute Miguel Almirón put the finishing touch on a slick counter, slotting home Newcastle’s fourth to cap a complete performance.

Union St. Gilloise, fresh off a win against PSV Eindhoven, entered the match in good league form but were unable to find answers on either end. The Belgian hosts struggled to break Newcastle’s high press, creating few clear-cut chances, and failed to match the visitors’ intensity. For manager Alexander Blessin, the result signals a need to regroup quickly as the competition intensifies.

Key Match Moments:

• Gordon’s first penalty conversion, giving Newcastle the early lead.
• Isak’s sharp movement leading to Newcastle’s second goal, reflecting the Magpies’ attacking intent.
• Gordon’s second penalty, illustrating Newcastle’s composure under pressure.
• Almirón’s late strike, a testament to Newcastle’s squad depth and determination.

With this result, Newcastle leap from the bottom of the group table, injecting renewed hope into their Champions League ambitions. Fans will look to this win—complete with confident finishing, staunch defending, and tactical control—as a blueprint for future European nights.

For Union St. Gilloise, the defeat reveals the step-up required at this level. As the group stage unfolds, both teams face defining fixtures ahead—Newcastle hoping to build on momentum, Union seeking a swift response.

Watch the full match highlights and all goals on DasFootball’s extended recap video for detailed footage and post-game analysis.

This night belonged to Newcastle—a club, and a team, intent on making a mark in Europe’s elite competition.