UEFA Champions League prediction: Newcastle United – Barcelona (18-09-2025)

After narrowly missing the final in last season’s UEFA Champions League edition, FC Barcelona aims to repeat its impressive run and win the competition this time. The first obstacle in their way is Newcastle United, who are returning to this league after a one-year absence.

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After a poor pre-season and a slow new season, Newcastle United find themselves in the middle of the table in the Premier League. The Magpies finally won their first game of the season last Sunday, claiming three points at home against Wolves.

During this summer, Newcastle’s team lost last season’s top scorer, A.Isaak, after the player requested a transfer. The Magpies used the money to sign two new forwards, N.Woltemade and Y.Wissa, but it is clear that both of them will need more time to fit into the team.

Although the key player L.Yamal will miss this game due to a back injury, Barca already proved that they can find the opposition’s net without him. They beat Valencia 6-0 at home and are currently averaging three goals per game.

After suffering a muscle injury and missing the first La Liga round, R.Lewandowski returns to his form and has scored 3 goals in his last two games in all competitions

Newcastle has already shown weakness in their defence against the bigger club when they suffered a 2-3 defeat against Liverpool.