Preview: Newcastle United vs Barcelona Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Champions League 2025-26 Round of 16 first leg

The Blaugrana have already defeated the Magpies once this season.

Newcastle United are now going to take on FC Barcelona for their first leg round of 16 fixture of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League. St. James’ Park will witness this high-voltage clash.

The Magpies have been very inconsistent with their performances in their last few games. They will be at home for their next game, and they are still not going to be fully confident.

Newcastle United defeated FK Qarabag to get to the UCL round of 16. They will be looking to put up a strong fight against Barca.

The Blaugrana have secured back-to-back wins in their last four matches and will be looking to continue their winning run. Despite being away from home, FC Barcelona will be fully confident due to their current run.

The Hansi Flick-led side have already defeated the Magpies once this season. They will be looking to do so once again.

Kick-off:

• Location: Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England
• Stadium: St. James’ Park
• Date: Wednesday, March 11
• Kick-off Time: 01:30 a.m. IST (Tuesday, Mar 10; 08:00 p.m. GMT/ 03:00 p.m. ET/ 12:00 p.m. PT)
• Referee: TBA
• VAR: In use

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Form:

Newcastle: L-W-L-W-L

Barcelona: L-W-W-W-W

Players to Watch

Harvey Barnes (Newcastle)

Harvey Barnes will be looking to step up his game so that he can help his side stand a chance against an in-form Barca. He will lead the attack from the right for Newcastle United. He can create plays and is also capable of scoring goals.

The 28-year-old can also control the midfield well.

Lamine Yamal (Barcelona)

Lamine Yamal is going to be one of the main men in the attacking front for FC Barcelona. He looks in good touch at the moment and will be a constant threat to the opponent’s defence. The 18-year-old continues to impress. He is coming in after scoring a match-winning goal for his side in the previous league game against Athletic Club.

Match Facts

• Newcastle United have secured one win in their last three games.
• FC Barcelona are on a four-match winning streak.
• The Blaugrana have defeated the Magpies four times in their five meetings.

Newcastle vs Barca: Betting Tips and Odds

• FC Barcelona to win @134/100 10bet
• Raphinha to score @12/5 BetVictor
• Goals over 3.5 @6/5 BetMGM

Injury and Team News

Newcastle United will be without the services of Fabian Schar, Bruno Guimaraes, Emil Krafth and Lewis Miley. They are injured.

Jules Kounde, Alejandro Balde, Toni Fernandez, Jofre Torrents, Andreas Christensen and Frenkie de Jong are not going to be in action for FC Barcelona. Gavi is back in training and might come in as a substitute.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 5

Newcastle won: 1

Barcelona won: 4

Draws: 0

Predicted Lineups

Newcastle predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Pope (GK); Trippier, Thiaw, Botman, Hall; Tonali, Joelinton; Elanga, Woltemade, Barnes; Gordon

Barcelona predicted lineup (4-3-3)

Joan García (GK); Eric García, Cubarsi, Martín, Cancelo; Olmo, López, Pedri; Yamal, Torres, Raphinha

Match Prediction

The hosts will be under pressure, while the Blaugrana will be looking to use it to their advantage. FC Barcelona are likely to outshine Newcastle United in their upcoming round of 16 contest of the UEFA Champions League.

Prediction: Newcastle 1-3 Barca

Telecast Details

India: SonyLIV, Sony Sports Network

UK: TNT Sports, BBC

US: Paramount+, TUDN

Nigeria: DAZN

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