Newcastle Set to Face Girona in Pre-Season Friendly

The excitement is building as Newcastle United prepares to host Girona in a pre-season friendly at St James' Park on Friday evening. With the start of the Premier League just around the corner, both teams are looking to fine-tune their strategies and player fitness.

Newcastle, recently back from a tour in Japan, is gearing up for their upcoming match against Southampton that marks the beginning of their 2024/25 campaign. Eddie Howe‘s team is keen to test their skills against the La Liga side, who finished a commendable third in Spain’s top flight last season, earning a spot in the Champions League.

This friendly marks the first-ever encounter between Newcastle and Girona, making it an intriguing matchup. Fans will get a chance to see some familiar faces on the pitch, including former Manchester United players Daley Blind and Donny van de Beek, alongside Tottenham loanee Bryan Gil and ex-Middlesbrough star Christian Stuani.

As Newcastle looks to build momentum ahead of the new season, they have another friendly lined up against French team Brest the following day. This gives Eddie Howe a chance to experiment with his lineup, ensuring that players get ample minutes on the field before the competitive action begins.