Barcelona v Newcastle: Confirmed team news Barcelona has confirmed its starting lineup for the second leg of their Champions League last-16 tie against Newcastle United, with Lamine Yamal returning to the squad after being rested in their previous match. The 17-year-old forward is set to start alongside Eric Garcia and Fermin Lopez, who have both been recalled following their absence in recent fixtures. The Spanish side has made three changes to their lineup for the match at the Nou Camp. The Barcelona starting XI includes Jules Koundé, Jordi Alba, Eric García, Samuel Umtiti, Jordi Masip, Pedri, Gavi, Ferran Torres, Yamal, Robert Lewandowski, and Raphinha. Substitutes available for the match are Szczesny, Araujo, Gavi, Ferran, Rashford, Casado, Olmo, Roony, Kochen, Cortes, Espart, and Tommy. Newcastle United has also announced its lineup for the trip to Barcelona, with Sandro Tonali making a return to the squad after recovering from illness. The Italian midfielder missed the weekend match against Chelsea but is fit to start this evening. The visitors have made five changes to their lineup, including the return of Kieran Trippier, Dan Burn, Joelinton, and Anthony Elanga. Newcastle’s starting XI features Nick Pope, Trippier, Thiaw, Burn, Hall, Tonali, Ramsey, Joelinton, Elanga, Gordon, and Barnes. Substitutes for the match include Pope, Ruddy, Harris, Botman, Wissa, Osula, Livramento, J. Murphy, Woltemade, Willock, A. Murphy, and Neave. The match represents a crucial encounter in the Champions League knockout stages, with both teams aiming to secure a place in the quarterfinals. Barcelona’s tactical adjustments and Newcastle’s fresh squad will be key factors in determining the outcome of the tie.#barcelona #newcastle_united #lamine_yamal #eric_garcia #fermin_lopez
