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Fans of both teams will be eagerly awaiting the epic showdown between Newcastle and Dortmund this Thursday, October 26 at 3:00 GMT +8 at St. James’ Park. This match promises to be a thrilling affair as the two sides have a long and storied history.

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Newcastle’s new owners have marked a new era for the club, following a successful season last year, finishing 4th in the Premier League and securing the Champions League for the first time since 2002/03. Despite initial struggles, the team has managed to win six out of eight matches, including notable victories against Manchester City and Paris SG.

Borussia Dortmund missed a crucial opportunity to secure the league title last season, only needing a win against Mainz. This season, they are not performing as well and are not as efficient, but they are finding ways to win games. They are currently 4th in the Bundesliga with 20 points in eight rounds, two away from the top spot. In the Champions League, they are in a tough position, having won only one point in the first two games.

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Predicted lineups:

Newcastle United

Goalkeeper: Nick Pope
Defenders: Kirian Trippier, Fabian Schar, Jamaal Lascelles, Dan Burn
Midfielders: Sean Longstaff, Bruno Guimaraes, Joelinton
Forwards: Miguel Almiron, Alexander Isak, Anthony Gordon

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Borussia Dortmund

Goalkeeper: Gregor Kobel
Defenders: Marius Wolf, Mats Hummels, Nico Schlotterbeck, Julian Ryerson
Midfielders: Donyell Malen, Felix Nmecha, Emre Can, Marco Reus, Julian Brandt
Forwards: Niclas Fullkrug

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Over all competition record

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UEFA Champions League Stats

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Newcastle United is in excellent form, with six wins and two draws in eight games. They have won five consecutive times at St. James Park and kept a clean sheet on four occasions. In their last two home games against Crystal Palace and PSG, they scored eight goals. Borussia Dortmund has only lost once this season in 11 games, and is improving as the season progresses. However, they are not as good on the road, with a record of 44 points at home and 27 on the road last season. The home pitch advantage could be a difference-maker.

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Bookies favorite Newcastle United is considered the team most likely to win this Champions League match. Newcastle United and Borussia Dortmund are capable of achieving a combined goal score of three or more. Our betting prediction is to back the odds 1.67 for Over 2.5 Goals in this match.

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