Barcelona Crushes Newcastle 7-2 to Secure Champions League Quarterfinal Berth.

Champions League Round of 16 Match

According to Novyny.live: On March 18, 2026, Barcelona delivered a commanding 7-2 victory over Newcastle in the Champions League Round of 16, earning their place in the next stage. The Catalan side's dominant performance at home sealed their progression with an 8-3 aggregate score across both legs.

Match Highlights

The game was packed with goals from both teams. Barcelona struck first in the 6th minute through Raphinha, and Marc Bernal doubled the lead in the 18th minute. Newcastle responded with an Anthony Elanga goal in the 15th minute, but Barcelona kept control. Lamine Yamal converted a penalty in the 45+7th minute, and Fermín López added another in the 51st. Robert Lewandowski then scored twice, finding the net in the 56th and 61st minutes. Elanga pulled one back for Newcastle in the 28th minute, but it wasn't enough to change the final outcome.

With this win, Barcelona advances to the quarterfinals and now awaits the winner of the Atletico Madrid vs. Tottenham Hotspur matchup. The team's strong form in this Champions League campaign highlights their ambition and readiness to compete for the title. The upcoming clash against either Atletico or Tottenham promises to be a thrilling encounter, as both opponents boast talented squads and international experience.