Newcastle United vs SSC Napoli Tickets

Newcastle United and Napoli, two historic and well-supported football clubs, are poised for an intriguing clash on the European stage.

Based in the north-east of England, Newcastle United has witnessed a resurgence thanks to huge investment from their new Saudi owners. They made their long-awaited return to the UEFA Champions League group stage in the 2023/24 season after finishing 4th in the previous Premier League season. The Magpies have always boasted a passionate fanbase, yet their quest for a major trophy has gone on for more than 70 years. Their last triumph came back in 1955, when they beat Manchester City in the FA Cup final.

Newcastle’s minor European achievements include triumphs in the now-defunct Inter-Cities Fairs Cup in 1969 and the Intertoto Cup in 2006. They’ve faced challenges in the modern era, and were twice relegated to the Championship under the ownership of Mike Ashley.

SSC Napoli is a club that boasts rich Italian football heritage. They too are yet to win their first UEFA Champions League title, but the Partenopei did achieve their best ever result in the 2022/23 campaign when they reached the quarter-finals. They also clinched the Serie A title for the first time in more than 30 years.

Known for their passionate fanbase, Napoli has been a consistent presence in European competitions. They won the UEFA Cup (now Europa League) in 1989 with Diego Maradona leading the line. Napoli’s San Paolo stadium was renamed the Diego Armando Maradona Stadium after he passed away in 2020.

Newcastle United vs SSC Napoli Head to Head

Newcastle and Napoli had never faced off in a competitive fixture. To catch them in action, you can buy Newcastle United vs Napoli tickets right here on SeatPick.

Newcastle United vs SSC Napoli Connections

On the sidelines, Spanish coach Rafa Benitez has been in charge at both Newcastle and Napoli. He was adored by the Geordies, but left due to disagreements with unpopular former owner Mike Ashley.

On the playing side, Argentine international Federico Fernández has represented both clubs. The centre-back spent three years in Naples after leaving Estudiantes in his native country. Fernández moved to Swansea City in 2014, and later reunited with his former Napoli boss Rafa Benitez at Newcastle.