Newcastle United vs Barcelona – Predicted lineup and team news | OneFootball

Newcastle United host Barcelona at St. James’ Park tonight, aiming to secure a first-leg advantage in their historic Champions League knockout debut.

The Magpies have reached the Round of 16 for the first time in their history following a dominant playoff victory over Qarabag.

Manager Eddie Howe oversaw a performance that secured their place among the continent’s top 16, and his side now looks to record their second-ever home win over the Catalan giants.

Notably, Newcastle have spent longer in a winning position than any other team in the competition this season, a record of defensive grit they will need to replicate tonight.

Newcastle United team news

Eddie Howe navigates a squad missing several influential leaders. However, they receive a significant creative boost in attack. Anthony Gordon prepares to return to the starting XI. He enjoyed a well-earned rest at the weekend.

He boasts 10 Champions League goals this season. Only Erling Haaland and Ruud van Nistelrooy have ever netted more for an English club in a single campaign.

Consequently, Gordon leads a side missing key figures. Injuries rule out Bruno Guimarães and Fabian Schär. Meanwhile, Sandro Tonali and Nick Woltemade return to fitness at a critical time.

Nick Pope starts in goal. Malick Thiaw and Sven Botman likely feature in the defensive line ahead of him. In midfield, Sandro Tonali partners Joelinton and Joe Willock. They provide crucial industry against Barcelona’s technical engine room.

Further forward, Harvey Barnes and Yoane Wissa support the attack. Finally, Newcastle currently enjoy their longest-ever Champions League unbeaten run. They have gone five consecutive games without defeat.

Newcastle United predicted lineup

Newcastle Predicted XI (4-3-3): Pope; Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Hall; Willock, Tonali, Joelinton; Barnes, Wissa, Gordon

When will the match kick off?

The Champions League fixture takes place at St. James’ Park on Tuesday, 10 March 2026. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 GMT.

How to watch Newcastle United vs Barcelona?

In the UK, the match will be broadcast live on Amazon Prime Video. Fans can also stream the action via the Prime Video app.

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