Robert Lewandowski Breaks 16-Year Champions League Record in Barcelona Victory
Barcelona booked a place in the Champions League quarter-finals after a comprehensive win over Newcastle. The Catalans ran out 7–2 winners in a match that finished 7–2 (3–2).
Match summary
The goals came from a range of contributors across the Barcelona line-up. Robert Lewandowski and Yamal were on the scoresheet.
- Raphinha – 2 goals
- Marc Bernal – 1 goal
- Fermin Lopez – 1 goal
- Robert Lewandowski – 1 goal
- Yamal – 1 goal
Consequences for Newcastle
Conceding seven goals created a new negative mark for the Premier League side. The Magpies joined an unwanted English duo to have shipped seven in a Champions League game.
Only Newcastle and Tottenham Hotspur share this record. Tottenham conceded seven in 2019 against FC Bayern Munich.
Media reaction and context
Robert Lewandowski was one of the scorers. Coverage of the match also featured search terms such as 16-year Champions League record and Barcelona victory.
Barcelona advance to the last eight. Newcastle will reflect on a heavy defeat as they regroup.
