An epic Champions League 2025-26 clash is set to take place on Thursday as Barcelona travel to England to take on Premier League team Newcastle United. The last time the two sides locked horns was back in 2003, where the Spanish giants managed a 2-0 win.
Newcastle United managed a slender 1-0 win against Wolves in the Premier League over the weekend. They will be aiming to put up a strong fight against the Catalan giants. Meanwhile, Barcelona are heading into the game on the back of a dominant 6-0 win against Valencia in La Liga.
“We don’t want to put limits on our dreams. We want to take it game by game and see what we get. We are very excited and we hope we can go as far as possible.”
— Newcastle United (@NUFC) September 17, 2025
– @brunoog97 🗣️ pic.twitter.com/AOfeUPuTeh
| Bets | Status | Moneyline |
| Total Goals | Over 3.5 | +110 |
| Total Shots | Over 27.5 | +105 |
| Total Shots on Target | Over 10.5 | +130 |
| Total Corners | Under 10.5 | -167 |
| Newcatle United Goalkeeper Total Saves | Over 4.5 | +400 |
| Barcelona Goalkeeper Total Saves | Over 3.5 | +210 |
| Total Cards | Under 4.5 | -182 |
| Penalties in the Game | Yes | +158 |
Yoane Wissa and Jacob Ramsey, the two new additions to the team, will be missing the action with knee and ankle injuries, respectively. However, the good news for the Magpies will be the return of attacker Anthony Gordon. He missed the previous game with a suspension. Anthony Elanga and Jacob Murphy will be keen to put up a strong show in leading the charge.
The Spanish side has been plagued by injuries. Youngster Lamine Yamal has been ruled out of the game, as has been Marc-Andre ter Stegen, Gavi and Alejandro Balde. Veteran Polish striker Robert Lewandowski will be spearheading the attack along with Raphina. Manchester United loanie Marcus Rashford will have the chance to face the Magpies and if given the chance will be keen to put up a good show.
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The odds claim that this tie can be a mega goal-scoring affair. The odds state that a minimum of 4 goals is likely to be scored. This comes mainly owed to Barcelona’s demolition of Valencia by 6-0 over the weekend. While Barcelona will be relentless in attack, Newcastle, too, are a strong side and can inflict heavy damage to their opponent.
It is no surprise that the odds are heavily stacked in favour of Robert Lewandowski to score anytime during the game. The odds of +115 prove that the Polish striker can easily find the back of the net anytime during the game. Against Valencia, he came from the bench to find his name on the scoresheet.
New signing for Newcastle United, Nick Woltemade, will be a huge threat to Barcelona. He scored the only goal for his side over the weekend with a header against Wolves in the Premier League. The odds of +110 for Nick Woltemade claim the German forward is likely to score or assist anytime during the game.
| Picks | Moneyline |
| Robert Lewandowski to score first | +480 |
| Nick Woltemade to score anytime | +180 |
| Anthony Elanga to assist anytime | +260 |
| Raphinha to either score or assist | +100 |
| Joelinton to see a card | +185 |
| Andreas Christensen to commit one foul or more | -425 |
The visitors are likely to dominate possession throughout the majority of the game. Their patient buildup play and progressive pressing will open avenues, helping the side find the goals. On the other hand, Newcastle will bank on their quick counterattacks and transitional plays via the wings to catch their opponents on the break.
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We predict a 3-1 win for Barcelona in this away fixture. The side is close, compact, and the 6-0 win in the last game will be a huge confidence booster for Hansi Flick’s boys. On the other hand, Newcastle can surprise their opponent with a quick goal from counter attack.
The Newcastle United vs Barcelona Champions League clash is on September 18, 2025, at the St. James Park Stadium, Newcastle, England.
Barcelona are favorites to win with a moneyline at +125, to draw at +280 and for Newcastle to win at +180.
Raphinha total shots: 5+ at +260
Robert Lewandowski total shots on target: 4+ at +1150
Anthony Elanga assist: +320
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