Barcelona began their Champions League campaign with a tough 2-1 win over Newcastle United. The match took place at St. James’ Park. Despite injuries, Barcelona showed strength and patience.
Newcastle started strongly. They created early chances and put pressure on Barcelona’s defence. But Barcelona stayed composed. Their goalkeeper made a crucial early save to stop a potential goal.
Barcelona took the lead in the 58th minute. Marcus Rashford headed home from a cross. That goal shifted momentum in favour of the visiting side. Nine minutes later, Barcelona doubled their lead. Rashford struck again, this time with a powerful shot off a rebound.
Newcastle fought back late in the game. Anthony Gordon scored in stoppage time. But it proved too little, too late. Barcelona held on.
This win boosts Barcelona’s confidence. They showed depth even without key players. Lamine Yamal, Alejandro Balde, and Gavi were missing. Their absence did not stop Barça’s resilience.
The coach praised the team’s focus. Barcelona managed to defend well after taking the lead. They restricted Newcastle to few clear chances. The midfield also helped control the flow of the game.
Barcelona’s start in the group stage now looks promising. This result puts them in a strong position for upcoming matches. Fans will expect more from Barcelona in Europe this season.
Next, Barcelona face their domestic rivals in LaLiga. They hope to carry this momentum forward. With the Champions League journey underway, Barcelona title dreams are alive again.
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