Late Boniface goal gives Bayer Leverkusen victory over Newcastle in Visit Malta Weekender
Bayer Leverkusen defeated Newcastle United 2-1 in the opening match of the Visit Malta Weekender taking place this weekend at St James Park Newcastle. Newcastle United welcomed German Bundesliga side Bayer Leverkusen to St James’ Park in the opening match of the Visit Malta Weekender, as the Magpies continued their final preparations ahead of the start of the 2026/27 Premier League season. This was the third friendly match since German Manager Mathias Jaissle took over the team. The encounter was the first of three matches taking place at St James’ Park over the weekend, bringing together men’s and women’s football as part of a two-day programme supported by Visit Malta 2026. For Newcastle, the match provided another important opportunity for the squad to gain valuable minutes ahead of the new domestic campaign, while also giving the home supporters the chance to see their team in action at [...]