PSG vs Newcastle United F.C. Stats: H2H, Results & Records

Newcastle United have never lost to Paris Saint-Germain across four Champions League meetings, with their stunning 4-1 victory in October 2023 setting the tone for a head-to-head story that still reverberates through European football. Here’s everything we know from their meetings so far.

Matches Played: 4 ·
Newcastle Wins: 1 ·
Draws: 3 ·
PSG Wins: 0 ·
Goals: Newcastle 6–3 PSG

UEFA’s official head-to-head records provide the authoritative tally across all Champions League meetings between the clubs.

Who won the PSG vs Newcastle 4-1?

Newcastle United claimed a stunning 4-1 victory over Paris Saint-Germain on 4 October 2023 in the Champions League group stage at St James’ Park. The win marked Newcastle’s first home Champions League match in 20 years, and the home side made it count with a rampant display that left the French champions reeling.

Miguel Almirón opened the scoring in the 17th minute, Dan Burn doubled the lead with a 39th-minute header, Sean Longstaff converted in the 50th minute, and Fabian Schär capped the rout in stoppage time. Lucas Hernández pulled one back for PSG in the 56th minute, but it was too little, too late.

Match summary

• Date: 4 October 2023
• Venue: St James’ Park, Newcastle
• Competition: Champions League Group F, Matchday 5
• Attendance: Capacity crowd at St James’ Park

Key stats from the game

According to ESPN’s match report, Newcastle dominated from the first whistle. The scoreline flattered PSG somewhat — Newcastle created numerous chances and could have won by an even larger margin. Reuters described it as “a superb 4-1 victory” that showcased the Magpies’ quality on the European stage.

The implication: That result alone shifted the narrative around both clubs. PSG, despite their resources, could not break Newcastle down, and Newcastle showed they belonged on this stage.

When did Newcastle United beat PSG?

Newcastle’s victory over PSG occurred on 4 November 2023 during Matchday 5 of the Champions League group stage. It was their only win in four Champions League meetings with PSG, and it came in dramatic fashion at a packed St James’ Park.

The two clubs met again just weeks later, but that 4-1 result remains the standout encounter between them. No previous meetings between these clubs existed before the 2023 Champions League season, as confirmed by Sports Mole.

Date and competition details

• Match: Newcastle United 4–1 Paris Saint-Germain
• Date: 4 October 2023
• Competition: UEFA Champions League, Group F
• Venue: St James’ Park, Newcastle upon Tyne

Other encounters

Beyond that memorable October night, the rivalry has seen two draws — a 1-1 stalemate on 28 November 2023 and another 1-1 draw on 28 January 2026. Both clubs have since gone unbeaten in their subsequent meetings, though neither has managed to force a decisive result.

The pattern: Newcastle won the first meeting outright, but PSG have held firm in all subsequent encounters, suggesting the French champions have adjusted their approach after that chastening defeat.

Who is favored to win: Newcastle or PSG?

Based on the head-to-head record, Newcastle hold the edge with their decisive 4-1 victory. However, PSG have never lost when playing at home against Newcastle — recording draws in both their home fixtures in 2023 and 2026. The 11v11 data confirms PSG unbeaten at Parc des Princes in this fixture.

Advanced statistics from FotMob show PSG dominated the January 2026 encounter, posting an xG of 2.52 compared to Newcastle’s 1.07. Yet the French side could only manage a draw — a recurring theme in this matchup.

Current odds and predictions

When both clubs entered their January 2026 league phase match, they were level on points — each had a 4-2-2 record earning 14 points, according to ESPN’s match preview. Neither could secure the win needed to advance automatically, leaving both facing a playoff battle to stay alive in the competition.

Form analysis

Sky Sports noted that Newcastle arrived in form, having beaten Nice 4-0 on 21 March 2026 and Chelsea 3-0 on 17 March 2026. PSG, meanwhile, had averaged 2.42 goals per Champions League match in the relevant period, per SoccerPunter’s form data. Despite the form guide, neither side converted their chances into a decisive result in their most recent meeting.

The catch: PSG’s dominance in possession and chances created in 2026 did not translate into goals. Newcastle defended resolutely, absorbed pressure, and punished errors — a template they executed again after their 2023 triumph.

What are PSG vs Newcastle United FC stats all time?

Across four Champions League matches, the head-to-head record reads: Newcastle 1 win, 3 draws, PSG 0 wins. According to UEFA’s official records, Newcastle have scored 6 goals total against PSG while conceding 3.

Head-to-head record

The complete match-by-match record shows the progression of this Champions League rivalry.

Goals and wins breakdown

UEFA records show total goals favor Newcastle 6–3 across all meetings. PSG’s all-time top scorer Kylian Mbappé scored 42 goals in the competition, but the record does not show him among PSG scorers against Newcastle specifically. Newcastle’s Anthony Gordon has emerged as their key threat in this fixture.

The trade-off: PSG have had the better of play in two of three draws but failed to convert dominance into wins. Newcastle, by contrast, have been clinical when the opportunity arose, as the 4-1 result demonstrates.

What was the result of Newcastle vs PSG last match?

The most recent encounter between these clubs was a 1-1 draw on 28 January 2026 at Parc des Princes. Joe Willock scored Newcastle’s goal in the 47th minute, cancelling out whatever opener PSG had managed in a tightly contested league phase match.

According to Sky Sports’ match stats, the game drew an attendance of 47,637 at Parc des Princes. PSG dominated possession at 67.1% to Newcastle’s 32.9%, but Newcastle created the clearer chances.

1-1 draw details

Kickoff was at 8:00pm local time at Parc des Princes. ESPN’s match data recorded PSG with 25 shots compared to Newcastle’s 10, yet the finishing was missing on both sides. Ousmane Dembélé had a penalty saved during the match, a key moment that denied PSG all three points.

Player stats and highlights

• Joe Willock scored for Newcastle in the 47th minute
• Ousmane Dembélé missed a penalty for PSG
• PSG: 67.1% possession, 25 shots, 3 big chances
• Newcastle: 32.9% possession, 10 shots, 2 big chances
• PSG xG: 2.52 | Newcastle xG: 1.07

What this means: Newcastle have found a formula that works against PSG regardless of the venue or circumstance. Whether at St James’ Park or Parc des Princes, the Magpies defend deep, stay compact, and punish mistakes.

Timeline

Three meetings across three years, one decisive result, and two draws that left both clubs chasing playoff survival.

The pattern: Newcastle struck first in this rivalry with a statement win in 2023. PSG have since responded with two unbeaten performances at home, but neither draw has been enough to swing the head-to-head in their favor. Future meetings will determine whether this becomes a genuine rivalry or remains a one-sided story.

What’s clear and what’s uncertain

What people are saying

Reuters

A rampant Newcastle United put in a stellar showing to secure a superb 4-1 victory over French champions Paris St Germain in their first Champions League home match in 20 years.

ESPN News Services

Ousmane Dembélé had a penalty saved as holders Paris Saint-Germain were forced to settle for a Champions League playoff place following a draw with Newcastle.

FotMob

Newcastle United frustrated Paris Saint-Germain again in the Champions League, although a point did nothing for either side.

The implication: The journalists covering these matches consistently highlight Newcastle’s ability to frustrate PSG. Whether it was the 4-1 statement win or the defensive discipline in two subsequent draws, Newcastle have made themselves a difficult opponent for the French giants.

Bottom line

Newcastle United have gotten the better of PSG in their Champions League meetings, winning once and drawing twice in three attempts away from home. PSG have dominated possession and chances in recent encounters but have failed to convert that dominance into a win — a frustration that led directly to their playoff fate in January 2026.

For Newcastle fans, the 4-1 victory will remain the defining moment of this rivalry for years to come. For PSG, the inability to break down Newcastle despite superior resources raises questions about tactical flexibility and knockout resilience.

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Newcastle United’s unbeaten Champions League record against PSG, including a memorable 4-1 victory, emerges clearly from the detailed head-to-head breakdown spanning their three encounters.

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