Summary
Marcus Rashford scored twice for Barcelona in their 2-1 Champions League win against Newcastle. This match marked Rashford's return to England after his loan move from Manchester United. Newcastle managed a late goal but could not avoid defeat in their Champions League group opener.
Key Facts
- Marcus Rashford scored two goals for Barcelona in their win over Newcastle.
- The match took place at St James' Park in the Champions League.
- Rashford joined Barcelona on loan from Manchester United in July.
- This was Rashford's first Champions League goals since 2021.
- Anthony Gordon scored for Newcastle late in the game.
- Barcelona missed their forward Lamine Yamal due to a groin injury.
- The match was Newcastle's return to the Champions League since failing to progress from the group stage in 2023-24.
- Barcelona has not reached a Champions League final since winning the trophy in 2015.
