US EditionNewcastle 1-2 Barcelona: Marcus Rashford turns on style as Barca beat Newcastle
- On September 18, 2025, Barcelona secured a 2-1 victory over Newcastle at St James' Park during their Champions League group stage encounter.
- Marcus Rashford, on loan from Manchester United, netted his debut goals for Barcelona following a difficult period in his career and received strong support from coach Hansi Flick.
- Rashford opened the scoring with a header from Jules Kounde's cross in the 57th minute and doubled the lead with a powerful strike nine minutes later before Newcastle scored late through Anthony Gordon.
- Rashford ended a four-year Champions League goal drought by netting twice, with his two goals recalling the peak of his career and playing a crucial role in Barcelona's strong tournament kickoff.
- Newcastle failed to capitalize on late chances despite fan support, while Barcelona secured early group phase points and demonstrated quality despite several key injuries.
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Marcus Rashford arrived for days like yesterday. Champions match outside the house. In a St James Park full to overflow, with a spectacular atmosphere. In front of a very good team, Eddie Howe’s Newcastle, which posed a very uncomfortable match with tremendously aggressive high pressure. During several stages of the match, he came to cancel the Barça game despite attempts by Pedri and Frenkie of Jong.wf_cms.rss.read_more
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