"Newcastle United picked up a comfortable win over Union Saint-Gilloise on Wednesday night. After losing their opening Champions League fixture to Barcelona, Eddie Howe's men responded emphatically, securing a 4-0 victory. Former Burnley defender Ross Sykes was in action for Union SG against Newcastle, and the 26-year-old defender revealed his admiration for Newcastle in the build-up to the game. Sykes is a lifelong Newcastle United fan, and he explained just how meaningful this clash was for him."
"Belgian outlet Sporza quote the defender: I was really hoping for Newcastle in the draw. It was a special feeling, I think everyone could see that. I was speechless. Now I get to play against Newcastle in the Champions League. I never could have imagined that. He will be hoping to play regularly for the Belgian club in the near future."
Newcastle United produced a 4-0 Champions League win over Union Saint-Gilloise following an opening defeat to Barcelona. Eddie Howe's side responded emphatically on the road, securing a morale-boosting victory in Europe. Ross Sykes, a 26-year-old former Burnley defender playing for Union SG, revealed his lifelong support for Newcastle and described being speechless at drawing the club in the Champions League. Sykes hopes to play regularly for Union SG and values the chance to compete against Premier League opposition. Newcastle will be pleased to have recovered strongly after the Barca loss.
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