Newcastle head to Barcelona with belief, key calls in midfield
Howe says Bruno Guimaraes travels but will not play. Tonali assessed after illness, decision on matchday. Lewis Miley out until after the break. Joe Willock travels and could feature in the Camp Nou decider.
Newcastle’s William Osula is recalled by Denmark for 2026 World Cup playoffs after his winner in a 2-1 win over Man United.
Kieran Trippier says Newcastle are more confident than at any other point this season before the Camp Nou second leg after a strong first leg and win at Chelsea, urging intensity and belief to upset Barça.
Man United interest in Sandro Tonali persists but Newcastle’s midfielder is contracted to 2029 with no release clause. Eddie Howe says he is totally committed. Report links potential Old Trafford sales to fund a bid.
Eddie Howe receives the Freedom of Newcastle, marking a year since the 2025 Wembley win. He calls it a team honour, praises the city’s people, and prepares to lead Newcastle into a huge tie in Barcelona.
Report claims Newcastle will seek a new striker this summer after benching Nick Woltemade and Yoane Wissa versus Barcelona. Targets linked include Dominic Solanke, Pio Esposito and Liam Delap amid budget concerns.
Howe vows Newcastle will not shrink at Camp Nou, citing form after beating Chelsea. He stresses midfield duels and defensive grit, backs Sandro Tonali as fully committed, and targets a composed display.
Predictions tip Barcelona to win 2-1 at home to Newcastle to edge the tie 3-2 on aggregate, despite Newcastle’s belief after the first leg and also recent league wins.
