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Newcastle eye history in Champions League clash with Barcelona

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FC Barcelona midfielder (M) during the UEFA Champions League /26 League Phase vs Newcastle United at St. James's Park on September 18, 2025 [Trevor Wilkinson, AFP]

Eddie Howe has challenged Newcastle to produce the performance of a lifetime as they aim to win the "biggest game" in the club's history against Barcelona on Tuesday.

Howe's side will make only their second appearance in the Champions League last 16 when the Liga leaders arrive on Tyneside for a highly anticipated first leg clash.

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