AFCON 2025
Barcelona recorded one of their biggest victories in the UEFA Champions League on Wednesday night as they securé their spot in the last eight of the competition.
The Catalan Giants, despite some early setbacks, got into their rhythm as they blew Eddie Howe’s men apart.
Newcastle had a strong start as they equalised twice before Lamine Yamal converted a penalty to bring the pulsating first half to an end.
Anthony Elanga scored in quick succession as Newcastle United capitalised on Barcelona’s high line and defensive error to keep the game open.
However, Barcelona took the tie out of reach in the second half as they scored four consecutive goals.
Robert Lewandowski and Raphinha bagged a brace each as the tie ended 7-2 and 8-3 on aggregate.
Barcelona’s win ended Newcastle United’s six-game uneaten run to an end aas they recorded their 11th consecutive progressive from the knockout stage of the Champions League.
