Barcelona dominated Newcastle United in a thrilling second-leg match, winning 7-2 and advancing to the Champions League quarter-finals with an 8-3 aggregate.
The game was effectively decided well before the final whistle, leaving Newcastle to applaud their supporters despite the heavy defeat.
Newcastle started strong in the first half, matching Barcelona’s intensity and giving the La Liga giants a scare. However, Barcelona’s firepower proved too much as Raphinha, Fermín López, Robert Lewandowski, and Lamine Yamal delivered a masterclass performance, securing a comfortable win for the Spanish side.
The victory sets up Barcelona against the winner of Atletico Madrid vs Tottenham Hotspur in the next round. Newcastle, while exiting the competition, can take solace in their competitive first-half showing and the unwavering support of their fans.
