Newcastle v Barcelona: Champions League live, stats, line-ups | OneFootball

Newcastle and Barcelona face off this Thursday (18th) at 4 PM (Brasília time) at St. James’ Park in Newcastle, for the first round of the league phase of the Champions League 2025/26.

Where to watch Newcastle vs Barcelona?

The match will be broadcast live on TNT (cable TV) and HBO Max (streaming).

How is Newcastle doing?

Newcastle returns to the Champions League after participating in 2023/24, where they were eliminated in the group stage. The start of the season in the Premier League isn't the best: the team has five points in four rounds and is in 10th place. Before their European debut, they defeated Wolverhampton 1-0, ending a streak of three games without a win.

Coach Eddie Howe will be without Jacob Ramsey and Wissa, both injured. On the other hand, Anthony Gordon returns and is expected to start among the starters.

How is Barcelona doing?

Barcelona begins their quest for a sixth European title in great form. They are the runners-up in LaLiga, with three wins and one draw, highlighted by a 6-0 victory over Valencia in the most recent round. Last season, they fell in the Champions League semifinals against Inter Milan.

For this debut, Hansi Flick has significant absences: Balde, Gavi, and Ter Stegen are out, while Lamine Yamal and Frenkie de Jong are still doubtful. Even so, the Catalan squad arrives motivated and unbeaten.

Head-to-head

The teams have faced each other four times in official competitions. Barcelona has the advantage with three wins, against one for Newcastle. At St. James’ Park, each club has won once.

Probable lineups

Newcastle: Pope; Trippier, Schar, Botman, and Livramento; Joelinton, Bruno Guimarães, and Tonali; Elanga, Woltemade, and Gordon Coach: Eddie Howe

Barcelona: García; Koundé, Araújo, Cubarsí, and Martin; Pedri and Casadò; Raphinha, Fermín, Rashford, and Lewandowski Coach: Hansi Flick

Refereeing

Swedish referee Glenn Nyberg will officiate the match.

Match details

Newcastle vs Barcelona Competition: Champions League – league phase, 1st round Date: Thursday, September 18, 2025 Time: 4 PM (Brasília time) Venue: St. James’ Park, Newcastle (England) Referee: Glenn Nyberg (Sweden) Broadcast: TNT and HBO Max

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