Newcastle received an unexpected boost before the match against Barcelona: What is the reason.

According to The Sun: Today, Newcastle starts its Champions League campaign against Barcelona.

Last season, the team failed to make it out of the group stage, finishing last in the 'group of death' alongside football giants PSG, Borussia Dortmund, and Milan.

Newcastle finished 5th in the Premier League last season, which gave the team the opportunity to play in the Champions League again.

This time, there is a new structure for the group stage in the tournament, and Newcastle will participate for the first time in this new phase.

The team, led by Eddie Howe, expects a tough start against the Spanish champions but received positive news the day before the match.

Why was Anthony Gordon not suspended for the match Newcastle vs Barcelona?

Anthony Gordon received a red card for a dangerous foul on Virgil van Dijk during a dramatic match against Liverpool, which ended last month with a 3:2 victory for Newcastle.

The English winger received a three-match ban and has already missed the games against Leeds and Wolverhampton.

Although Gordon is suspended for another match, this penalty only affects domestic competitions, allowing him to play against Barcelona.

However, he will return on Sunday in the Premier League when Newcastle faces Bournemouth.

Anthony can return to the field on Wednesday, September 24, when Newcastle hosts Bradford in the third round of the Carabao Cup.

How to watch the game Newcastle vs Barcelona

• The match Newcastle vs Barcelona takes place on Thursday, September 18.
• The match kicks off at 20:00 British Time.
• The multimedia broadcast will be on TNT Sports 1.
• TNT Sports customers can watch the match via the app or the discovery+ website.
• You can also follow the online blog from SunSport to stay updated on all match events.

Today’s match for Newcastle will be an important test on their path to restoring their reputation in European competitions. After a tough last season, the team hopes to show a better performance and advance to the next phase of the Champions League. Gordon's return, having missed several games, will be a crucial factor in this clash against a familiar opponent.