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Newcastle United vs Barcelona, ​​Yamal is injured, pre-match dynamics and victory predictions

12:20pm, 19 September 2025Football

1. Core win-loss prediction

• Mainstream viewpoints tend to be unbeaten by Barcelona:

Barcelona has the advantage in overall strength and recent state (3 wins and 1 draw in La Liga, 6-0 defeating Valencia), but injuries and away performance are hidden dangers.

Newcastle has a significant home advantage (has won 4-1 against Paris), but the attacking injury (Isaac left the team and Gordon was absent) weakened its offensive firepower, and the league averaged only 0.75 goals per game.

Predicted score: Barcelona has the highest chance of winning a small victory (1-2) or a draw (2-2).

• Key winner:

Barcelona needs to crack high-pressure pressing to prevent Newcastle set pieces (Walter Mad's 1.98-meter threat);

Newcastle relies on fast counterattacks and home sound waves to create opportunities, but its ability to end is doubtful.

2. Pre-match dynamics and key information

• Injury list:

Barcelona: Yamal (groin injury), Ter Stegen, Garvey, and Barde are absent; De Jong's return is to be determined.

Newcastle: Gordon's suspension ended but his condition is doubtful, Ramsey and Visa are absent due to injuries.

• Tactical deployment:

Barcelona: Continuing the pass control system, Lewandowski, Rafinia and Fermin form an offensive triangle; using an orange away jersey (for the first time due to color conflict).

Newcastle: High pressure press + fast conversion, taking advantage of Waltermad's high altitude advantage and the counterattacks of Guimarães and Almiron.

• Historical confrontation and psychological advantages:

Barcelona has 3 wins and 1 loss in historical confrontation (2002-03 Champions League double), but the latest confrontation is more than 20 years ago, and reference is limited.

Newcastle legend Asprila (who wore a hat against Barcelona in 1997) was invited to cheer on the spot.

• Referee and off-court factors:

Swedish referee Glenn Nibery enforced the law and had ruled the international competition;

Barcelona has not been licensed because Camp Nou, and subsequent leagues need to use the Cruyff Stadium (6,000 capacity), losing revenue.

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