Newcastle United and Barcelona will meet for the third time in the Champions League this season – with a place in the quarter-finals on the line.
Indeed, Newcastle United and Barcelona drew 1-1 in the first leg of their Champions League round of 16 clash at St James’ Park last week.
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The Magpies were pegged back through a late Lamine Yamal penalty, and it remains to be seen how costly that will prove to be.
Here’s everything you need to know about the game.
Date, kick-off time and venue for FC Barcelona vs Newcastle United
Barcelona vs Newcastle United is scheduled for a 5.45pm GMT kick-off time on Wednesday, 18 March, 2026.
The Camp Nou in Barcelona will host the match.
How to watch Barcelona vs Newcastle United
TV channel: The game will be broadcast on TNT Sports 2. Coverage starts at 5pm GMT ahead of a 5.45pm kick-off.
Live stream: Subscribers will be able to watch via the Discovery+ website and app.
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Barcelona vs Newcastle United latest team news
Gavi has returned to fitness for Barca, having missed the first leg. Andreas Christensen, Frenkie De Jong, Jules Kounde and Alejandro Balde are all injured.
For Newcastle, Bruno Guimaraes is injured, along with Emil Krafth and Fabian Schar.
Sandro Tonali is a slight doubt for Newcastle United against Barcelona, having missed the Chelsea game due to illness.
Joe Willock will be assessed.
Barcelona vs Newcastle United prediction
Newcastle certainly have the tools to expose Barca’s infamously high backline, as was evident in the first leg.
Still, Eddie Howe’s side are not perfect themselves and the Camp Nou can be a daunting place. Given Barca’s record there, it is difficult to bet against them at home.
Indeed, it’s sadly not hard to imagine a spirited Newcastle performance not quite being enough.
Score prediction: Barcelona 2-1 Newcastle United (Barca to win 3-2 on aggregate)
Who will the winners of Barcelona vs Newcastle United play in the Champions League?
The winner of this tie will play the winner of Tottenham vs Atletico Madrid. The Spanish giants are 5-2 heading up into the second leg at Spurs.
Barcelona vs Newcastle United confirmed referee
UEFA have confirmed that French referee François Letexier will oversee the game. Bram Van Driessche is on VAR duty.
Barcelona vs Newcastle United head to head (h2h) history and results
Barcelona wins: 4
Draws: 1
Newcastle United wins: 1
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