US EditionBarcelona hit seven past Newcastle to roar into Champions League quarters
- On March 18, 2026, FC Barcelona beat Newcastle United 7-2 at Spotify Camp Nou, sealing an 8-3 aggregate in the UEFA Champions League Round of 16.
- After a 1-1 first leg, Newcastle arrived confident—Harvey Barnes said last week they believed they could 'outplay' Barcelona—and Hansi Flick warned Barcelona needed a 'perfect game'.
- Raphinha set the tone by opening the scoring and assisting, Anthony Elanga twice equalised for Newcastle, and a VAR-awarded stoppage-time penalty from Lamine Yamal shifted momentum before Barcelona pulled away.
- FC Barcelona will now face either Atlético Madrid or Tottenham Hotspur, while Newcastle are eliminated and reaching the last eight typically brings an additional payout reported at about $13 million.
- Historically, after drawing a 1-1 first leg, FC Barcelona have advanced in 23 of 29 UEFA ties, with their home record of 18 wins in 19 matches aiding their progress.
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Fox SportsChampions League: Barcelona routs Newcastle 7-2 as Spain dominates England again
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Robert Lewandowski achieved a special personal moment during the second half of the match against Newcastle United, scoring two goals to lead Barcelona to a 7-2 victory in the Champions League. The Polish striker had a weak first half, but showed his quality by being much more effective after the break. He helped Barcelona score the fifth goal in the 56th minute, with a precise header from a corner. telegrafi.com This was Lewandowski's 100th goa…
Barcelona beat Newcastle 7-2 to reach the quarter-finals of the Champions League. At 37 years and 209 days, Lewandowski is the oldest scorer in the knockout stages.
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