Naija News • 4h ago
Barcelona demolish Newcastle 7-2 to reach UCL quarter finals
**Barcelona Break Hearts, Reach UCL Quarter Finals**
In a thrilling UEFA Champions League round of 16 tie, Barcelona dealt a crushing blow to Newcastle United with a 7-2 victory in the second leg. This impressive win secured their spot in the quarter finals for the third consecutive season.
Although the Blaugrana struggled with their defense in the first half, they dominated the game with a second-half masterclass. The match was an intense and entertaining one, with both teams exchanging goals in the first 28 minutes. Raphinha and Marc Bernal gave Barcelona the lead twice, but Newcastle's Anthony Elanga equalized twice, leaving the tie hanging in the balance.
However, just before halftime, Barcelona's Lamine Yamal scored a crucial penalty to put his team ahead at the break. The second half saw a complete turnaround, with Barcelona running riot and scoring four more goals. Robert Lewandowski was instrumental in this domination, scoring a brace that took him to the third-highest goalscorer in UCL history with 36 goals.
This resounding victory marked a record-breaking night for Barcelona, who equalled their goals record in a UCL knockout match. Newcastle, on the other hand, suffered their worst European defeat, conceding seven goals for the first time in their history. The Magpies' exit from the competition will be a tough pill to swallow, but they will have to bounce back in their next match.
In other news, Barcelona's new president, Joan Laporta, witnessed his first game at the helm of the club, just two days after winning the presidential election. Barcelona will now face the winner of the round of 16 match between Atletico Madrid and Tottenham Hotspurs in the quarter finals. The stage is set for an exciting quarter-final showdown!