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Newcastle Travels to Azerbaijan with a 39-Year-Old Goalkeeper!

Published February 18, 2026, 12:19
Newcastle Travels to Azerbaijan with a 39-Year-Old Goalkeeper!

Newcastle is traveling to Azerbaijan to face Karabakh in the Champions League playoffs with an unexpected addition to the squad: 39-year-old goalkeeper John Raddy. Due to an injury to starting goalkeeper Emil Krafth, Raddy, who hasn't played for Newcastle in a long time and has no prior Champions League experience, has been included in the squad. The article highlights Raddy's remarkable journey from the Championship to the Champions League, emphasizing the unexpected opportunity that has presented itself. Newcastle is in good form, having won their last two matches in England.